The NHS will begin rolling out artificial intelligence tools designed to speed up hospital discharges, with officials claiming the technology could free up thousands of beds.
The AI systems will be used to predict patient recovery times, flag those ready to leave, and streamline communication with community care teams, reducing the common delays caused by paperwork and coordination failures.
Health leaders say the move could ease pressure on hospitals, where bed shortages regularly contribute to A&E overcrowding and cancelled operations.
Trials have already shown that using AI to support discharge planning can cut delays by up to 30%, ensuring patients return home or move into community care more quickly and safely.
The government hopes the national rollout will not only improve patient flow but also help the NHS cope with growing demand heading into the winter.
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