Hospital leaders report surgery delays due to anaesthetist shortages

Hospital leaders report surgery delays due to anaesthetist shortages

By Liz Wells 30 October 2025

Patients are facing regular delays to their planned operations because hospitals do not have enough anaesthetists, a new report reveals.

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frederica-diamanta

Heads of Service - Commissioning

£76,261 - £88,631

Cheshire£76,261 - £88,631

RECRUITER: Cheshire East Council

Chief Officer - Commissioning & Governance

£112,000 – £123,000 (pay award pending)

Leeds, West Yorkshire£112,000 – £123,000 (pay award pending)

RECRUITER: Leeds City Council

Chief Officer - SEND and Inclusion

£112,000 – £123,000 (pay award pending)

Leeds, West Yorkshire£112,000 – £123,000 (pay award pending)

RECRUITER: Leeds City Council

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