NHS virtual hospital to deliver 'millions of appointments' digitally

Sir Keir Starmer revealed a new NHS virtual hospital at the Labour conference. Available via the NHS app from 2027, the government says it will deliver “millions of appointments” between patients and consultants across the country, as well as help manage tests, scans and prescriptions.

From today, every GP practice in England will have to let patients book online appointments throughout the day.

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