Labour pledges to outspend Tories with £26bn investment in NHS

The video discusses a transformative plan for the NHS, highlighting its origins from expert consultations. It confirms a significant financial commitment to NHS and health services, aiming to improve waiting times and service performance. The plan includes increased funding for primary and secondary care, with a focus on meeting NHS Constitution standards. The video also addresses the negative impact of prolonged waiting times on patient health, emphasizing the need for timely care, especially for cancer patients.

What was the primary source of the transformative plan discussed in the video?

• A report published by the Health Foundation

• A public survey conducted by the government

• A series of meetings with NHS Frontline experts

• A proposal from the opposition party

How much additional funding is being confirmed for NHS and health services?

• 40 billion

• 26 billion

• 10 billion

• 50 billion

What is the expected annual increase in health spending?

• 3.0%

• 4.3%

• 2.5%

• 5.0%

What is one of the additional commitments mentioned alongside the financial settlement?

• Free prescriptions and scrapping hospital car parking charges

• Free mental health services for students

• Free gym memberships for NHS staff

• Free dental care for all

What was a reported consequence of longer waiting times for glaucoma treatment?

• Patients were given alternative treatments

• Patients went blind and suffered severe sight loss

• Patients received faster treatment

• Patients experienced improved vision