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Driving test backlog hits 538,000 with 18-week waits

New data reveals the UK's driving test crisis is worsening, with average waits hitting 18 weeks and over half a million learners stuck in the queue. Discover which test centres face the worst delays.

Single women face longer NHS IVF waits

Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in NHS fertility treatment, with single women experiencing significantly longer waiting times across England despite government promises to end the IVF postcode lottery.

Driving lesson costs accelerate by 30% in UK

Aspiring drivers across Britain face a financial roadblock as driving lesson prices surge by nearly a third in just two years, with average costs now reaching £35 per hour amid intense demand and instructor shortages.

NHS England waiting lists hit record 7.75 million

New data reveals NHS England's waiting list has soared to 7.75 million patients, creating the most challenging winter in health service history with urgent calls for government action.

NHS remote appointments face safety concerns

Exclusive investigation reveals concerning drawbacks of hospital video consultations, including diagnostic delays and patient safety concerns across the UK healthcare system.

Starmer's NHS Tech Revolution: Digital Cure?

Exclusive look at Labour's radical NHS tech overhaul promising shorter waits, digital prescriptions and 21st century healthcare. Will it be enough to save our health service?

A&E Waiting Times Hit Six-Hour Average in NHS Crisis

Exclusive analysis reveals the scale of the A&E crisis, with patients in England facing record-long waits. Some trusts report average waits exceeding ten hours, raising serious patient safety concerns.

Violence in GP Surgeries Driven by Waits and Drug Refusals

Shocking new international research reveals a surge in violent incidents at GP surgeries, driven primarily by frustration over appointment delays and prescription refusals. The study calls for urgent safety measures for healthcare staff.

Cheshire ICU Crisis: Hospitals at 100% Capacity

Exclusive report reveals a severe capacity crisis in Cheshire's intensive care units, with Knutsford's hospital at 100% occupancy. Health leaders issue urgent warnings as patient demand soars.

Automatic Driving Lessons Surge as Manual Gearshifts Decline

A seismic shift is transforming UK driving tuition. New data reveals automatic cars are now the vehicle of choice for learners, signalling the end of the road for manual transmission dominance. Discover why instructors are adapting to this electric future

NHS Heart Scan Patients Endure Six-Month Waiting Times

Exclusive: NHS England data reveals a postcode lottery for life-saving echocardiograms, with some patients waiting over half a year. Experts warn of 'devastating consequences' as cardiac care delays hit record levels.

Driving Instructor's Top Tips for Passing First Time

A seasoned UK driving instructor reveals the most common test mistakes and expert techniques to help you pass your test with confidence. Learn the secrets to parallel parking, roundabout etiquette, and conquering test anxiety.

DVLA Warning: Sleep Apnoea Risks £1k Fine & Driving Ban

UK drivers with untreated sleep apnoea face severe penalties, including unlimited fines and immediate licence revocation, under strict DVLA medical rules. Experts urge compliance with reporting and treatment protocols.

NHS GP Crisis: Doctors Slash Hours or Quit Altogether

Exclusive investigation reveals a silent exodus of family doctors in England, with overworked GPs reducing their hours or leaving the profession, creating a growing healthcare emergency for patients.

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