The interval for cervical smears will now be 5 yearly for 25 - 64 year olds who test negative for HPV, meaning they are at very low risk of cervical cancer for the next 10 years. Women 25 - 49 years who have tested positive for HPV will be invited more frequent.
Eligible women will first receive a notification through the NHS app to alert them to book a screeening appointment, followed by a text message if the app noticiation isnt opened. Letters will remain in place fo those who need them.