Health Secretary Wes Streeting considers fines for missed NHS appointments if reforms fail.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has not dismissed the idea of fines for missed NHS appointments, which total around 8 million annually, costing over £1 billion. While he currently focuses on improving appointment systems and addressing underlying causes, he may reconsider fines if reforms fail to reduce missed appointments. Additionally, he mentioned upcoming financial support for the NHS, contingent on improved hospital productivity.