The NHS Debate: waiting lists, delayed discharge and funding

Natalie Higgins speaks to three medics who give their verdict on how to save the NHS.

Ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections, we bring together three experts to debate how to save the NHS.

Dr Jane McLaren is the vice-chair of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine in Scotland.

Dr Carey Lunan is a former chair of the Royal College of GPs and now works with the Deep End Project, which focuses on deprivation and health.

And Professor June Andrews is a nurse and dementia expert.

Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Natalie Higgins.

Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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17 April 2026

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42 minutes

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