WE ARE told the government is to give extra millions to improve performance at local surgeries, more doctors etc.

Not before time but I doubt I will see the proposals come to fruition in my lifetime.

I telephoned my local surgery on April 21 for an appointment to see my GP.

The first available date is May 16.

By that time I may have recovered – or passed away.

Bill Bishop

Compton Avenue, Lilliput

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