The Health Minister admits there are specific areas which are giving him concerns when it comes to waiting times to see consultants.
David Anderson was speaking after being questioned on the matter during a meeting of the Social Affairs Policy Review Committee.
Michael MHK Alf Cannan has recently highlighted the issue and pointed out that in some cases patients are waiting up to three years or longer for an appointment to see a consultant.
Mr Anderson has re-stated his belief that progress is being made in reducing waiting list times but there are some areas which remain particularly difficult
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