PM confirms extension of GP hours for millions of patients
7.5 million patients are going to be able to see their family doctors outside of work hours thanks to a new fund to extend GP opening times, the Prime Minister has announced.
PM announces plans to 'improve services for elderly'
As well as increased access to GPs, the Prime Minister also announced plans to enhance care services for the elderly.
Around 800,000 people over the age of 75 and those with more serious health complaints will get tailored care, coordinated by just one local GP, David Cameron announced.
"Back in October, I said I wanted to make it easier for people to get appointments that fit in around a busy working week and family commitments," he said.
"There has been a great response from doctors, with lots of innovative ideas, and we will now see over seven million patients given weekend and evening opening hours, alongside more access to their family doctor on the phone, via email or even Skype.
"This is an important step and good news for patients."
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