An analysis by the Nuffield Trust, a leading health thinktank, indicates that both Labour and Conservative parties would increase NHS funding less than during the austerity period from 2010-2015.

The Trust predicts annual funding increases of 1.1% for Labour and 0.9% for the Conservatives from 2024 to 2029, compared to 1.5% for the Liberal Democrats.

This funding will likely be insufficient to cover existing staff costs and planned workforce expansions.

Labour spokesperson cited a £2 billion investment plan to improve NHS services, while the Conservative party highlighted bold actions to reduce waiting lists and secure NHS's future.

However, experts and critics argue that these proposals are unrealistic and won't address the NHS's financial constraints.