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Record cancer diagnoses in England
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- Background
UK government publishes national cancer plan for England
On 4 February 2026 the government published a national cancer plan for England, promising earlier diagnosis, shorter waits and wider access to treatment.
Cancer diagnoses in England hit a record 1,000+ a day, but targets are missed
More than 373,000 people were diagnosed with cancer in England in 2024, a record. Yet the NHS is still missing its targets for diagnosing and treating patients on time.