Welsh Cross-Border NHS Plan Faces Criticism Over Lack of Detail
First Minister Eluned Morgan defends new initiative amid accusations of it being a 'PR gimmick'.
- The new plan allows Welsh NHS patients to travel to England for outpatient or elective treatments to reduce waiting times.
- Critics, including Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies, demand more specifics on the plan's implementation, costs, and capacity.
- First Minister Eluned Morgan insists the previous Conservative offer in 2023 was not serious and lacked follow-up.
- Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth accuses Morgan of outsourcing the Welsh NHS to UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.
- Morgan promises detailed plans will be revealed in the coming weeks and emphasizes ongoing cooperation with the UK Government.