Monthly performance data from NHS England shows that the overall waiting list fell by more than 95,000 – down to 7.6 million in November from 7.7 million in October.
Most key NHS targets have been missed for at least seven years across the UK, according to research by BBC News.
NHS England has confirmed its proposal to pause the nationally mandated CQUIN quality incentive scheme for 2024/25.
The government is seeking views on the role of incentives in general practice.
Trusts and systems working to provide early screening, risk assessment and optimisation of adult patients waiting for surgery can now access a delivery guide developed by the Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) programme.
Physician associates (PAs) and anaesthesia associates (AAs) will soon be regulated by the General Medical Council, with the aim of expanding these roles in the NHS to relieve pressure on doctors and GPs.
Doctors are warning that the number of winter virus cases is rising, adding to pressure on emergency departments.
The Care Quality Commission has started to roll out its new single assessment framework to providers in England, starting in the South and with early adopter providers.
The Department of Health and Social Care has published the terms of reference of its review into the effectiveness of the duty of candour for health and social care providers in England.
Trusts taking part in a Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) pilot have succeeded in reducing 52-week waits.