Scotland gynaecology waiting lists soar by 250% in seven years

Waiting lists for gynaecological care in Scotland have risen by more than 250% in seven years, leaving tens of thousands of women waiting years for treatment for painful and life-altering conditions, The Herald reveals.

New figures show that as of September 2025, 66,261 women were waiting for gynaecological care across Scotland, compared with 18,649 in March 2018. This represents an increase of 255.3% in that period.

The latest data also reveals that 61% of women (40,526) have been waiting longer than the 12-week target for treatment, amid growing warnings that the system is under severe strain.

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Source: The Herald, 9 January 2026