Clydebank MSP hails funding to tackle NHS waiting times

Marie McNair MSP <i>(Image: Marie McNair MSP)</i>
Marie McNair MSP (Image: Marie McNair MSP)
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Millions of pounds worth of funding is set to tackle NHS waiting times in Scotland.

The Scottish Government has announced £2,183,118 for NHS Golden Jubilee as part of a wider £106 million package to reduce waits across the country.

Marie McNair, SNP MSP for Clydebank and Milngavie, welcomed the investment and said it would make a real difference for patients.


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She said: "This is another clear example of our SNP Government delivering for our NHS, with real action to cut waiting times and get patients in Clydebank and Milngavie the care they need faster.

"By focusing funding where it’s needed most, like orthopedics, cancer, and diagnostics, we’re helping tackle the longest delays head-on.

"This will mean quicker diagnoses, more procedures, and better outcomes for people in Clydebank and Milngavie.

"Clydebank and Milngavie communities deserve timely access to care, and this SNP Government is making the investment to deliver that.

"While we know some people have to wait too long for treatment, the SNP is getting on with the job of driving improvements for patients."  


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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is also set to benefit, with the health board set to receive funding of more than £24 million. 

The funding is part of the Scottish Government’s £200 million Programme for Government commitment for 2025-26, aimed at boosting NHS capacity, reducing delayed discharges, and improving patient flow.

Investments across Scotland will include £25 million for trauma and orthopeadics, £21 million for imaging services, £14 million for cancer treatment, and more than £12 million for ophthalmology.

The funding is expected to support more than 150,000 additional appointments and procedures in 2025-26.

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