"I was offered an appointment that was sooner than I had imagined"

I haven't been in the area long, but I have had 2 referrals. I was surprised to be contact by TRAQs but on both occasions I was offered an appointment that was sooner than I had imagined. I accepted an out of area appointment as my local hospital had long waiting lists. I was able to access appointments that would not fit in with work so I did not need to book time off.

Much better than a specific hospital sending me the next affordable appointment to suit them. I was also impressed that the hospital had received my referral.

Only downside - GPs don't explain this will happen.