National Audit Office finds parts of NHS ‘seriously financially unstable’
The National Audit Office has published two reports. The first, NHS financial management and sustainability, looks at the financial and operational performance … Read more
The government is tinkering around the edges of the mental health crisis facing young people – Barbara Keeley
More children are developing mental health problems as the problem with funding children’s mental health services rises. As it stands, … Read more
77 per cent MPs believe social care is underfunded
Alzheimer’s society commissioned a You Gov survey which revealed 77% of MPs believe social care is underfunded. The survey also … Read more
NHS under “the biggest cash squeeze in its history” says Labour MP
Three patients in need of treatment in intensive care are ‘harmed’ after there were no beds available when they were … Read more
Short termism is a threat to the NHS – Anita Charlesworth
“The £20bn cash injection for the NHS in England is ring-fenced for front-line health services, which is mainly the wage … Read more
Extra NHS money equates to just £1billion extra for NHS trusts – Nuffield Trust
Nuffield Trust Senior Policy Analyst Sally Gainsbury responded to the finances report for NHS trusts in England: “Last year NHS … Read more
King’s College hospital trust makes biggest overspend in NHS history
A leading London hospital trust is expected to record an annual deficit of between £180m and £191m – the biggest … Read more
NHS financial sustainability – An NAO report
In its annual report on the financial sustainability of the NHS, the NAO concludes that the existence of substantial deficits … Read more
New regime revealed for trusts with biggest financial holes
The 30 worst financially performing NHS trusts will be subject to a new regulatory regime as part of plans to … Read more
Mental health: waiting times to be capped under 10-year NHS plan
New waiting-time targets for mental health treatment and stronger support for young adults with difficulties will be an important part … Read more