Whoever is planning on building a self-sufficient off-world colony for the survival of the human race, don’t forget to invite ASML along for the trip!
How many decades away are we from being able to manufacture high-end consumer-grade silicon somewhere other than on earth?
It makes the challenges of safe habitation and providing other essential resources seem much simpler by comparison.
UK here. Your GP is right about the massive backlog in mental health referrals (2+ years in my area) but wrong about prescription charges & the NHS recognising a diagnosis from a private psychiatrist.
Because of that huge backlog I went for a private diagnosis & prescription and then had that prescription transferred to my local GP under what's known as a 'Shared Care Agreement', so my scrip cost ~£110 per year (buy a Prescription Prepayment Certificate or 'season pass').
I know people who've managed to circumvent the waiting list (and private fees) using 'Right to choose' but I understand that can vary depending on your local health authority. Certainly worth exploring though.