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In March, more than 80% of patients in England referred for cancer had it ruled out or diagnosed within 28 days—it is the first time that target has been met in years.
[Official Report, 8 May 2025; Vol. 766, c. 893.]
Written correction submitted by the Under-Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, the hon. Member for West Lancashire (Ashley Dalton):
Ashley Dalton
In February, more than 80% of patients in England referred for cancer had it ruled out or diagnosed within 28 days—we are now routinely exceeding the faster diagnosis target.