The steady decline of the NHS in the UK over the last few years has sparked concern and outrage from patients and medical professionals alike. It is now viewed as a full-blown health crisis.

Long waits for medical attention have resulted in long delays which have had serious consequences for patients, and have even resulted in fatalities.

Critics say the NHS is not receiving sufficient funding but the government contradicts this view. So what exactly is going on?

See our article: UK healthcare system issues and comparison with other countries