Newspaper headlines: Politics, parties and the monarchy – the last front pages of the year

Thousands of cancer patients had crucial hospital appointments cancelled at least three times last year, according to The Times. Data from 30 of England’s 124 main NHS trusts shows that more than 33,000 people had their first appointment cancelled, and over 2,000 had theirs delayed three times or more. In response, the Department of Health said it had provided £800m to ensure patients received the highest quality care this winter.