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On the recordAugust 26, 2026
This is part of my Government’s wider agenda to provide patients with greater choice and access to care closer to home – in turn relieving pressure on hospitals and acute services.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the goals of the GP walk-in service expansion.

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