Intractable waiting lists

Baron Larrey rules OK.

This post is not for those with a weak stomach or those who will excuse politicians for what they are. If you fall in either category or both - look away now.

We are told that in the NHS in England, more than 7 million people are waiting for a hospital specialist or surgeon or whatever. Over 3 million patients wait over 18 weeks and 370 thousand over a y…