More than 7.5 million people were awaiting treatment on the NHS in England in June

Fewer than 18 weeks

More than 18 weeks

More than 52 weeks

8m

June 2023

7.57m

6

4

2

0

2008

2010

2012

2014

2016

2018

2020

2022

Fewer than 18 weeks

More than 18 weeks

More than 52 weeks

8m

June 2023

7.57m

6

4

2

0

2008

2010

2012

2014

2016

2018

2020

2022

Guardian graphic. Source: NHS England