NHS

The National Health Service in England provides free healthcare for all, based on need, not on ability to pay. The Department publishes strategies and policies on wide ranging issues that are relevant for the NHS including modernisation, innovation, patient safety and resources for NHS managers.

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The truth about “privatisation” and why government is a risky business

In this week’s blog from Health Minister Simon Burns: the truth about “privatisation” and why government is a risky business Opponents of the Bill frequently accuse the government of wanting to privatise … Read more → – The truth about “privatisation” and why government is a risky business

Published: 22 February, 2012

A framework for NHS patient experience

The Department has today published the NHS Patient Experience Framework, which outline the areas most important to patients’ experience of NHS services. Improving patient experience is a key aim for … Read more → – A framework for NHS patient experience

Published: 21 February, 2012

Variations to the NHS Standard Contracts

The variations to the NHS Standard Contracts for 2010/11 and 2011/12 are now available. The NHS Standard Contract should be used by commissioners when commissioning acute, mental health and learning … Read more → – Variations to the NHS Standard Contracts

Published: 21 February, 2012

Consultation on GMC and GDC constitution amendment orders

This consultation seeks views on the proposed changes for the General Medical Council (GMC) and the General Dental Council (GDC) constitution orders. Read the consultation documents and complete the response … Read more → – Consultation on GMC and GDC constitution amendment orders

Published: 21 February, 2012

Cold weather plan alert reversion to level 1

Further to the level 2 alert issued on 17 February, the levels across England have now reverted to level 1. The Met Office website provides further information on the situation.

Published: 20 February, 2012

Minister discusses PiP experiences

On Friday, Public Health Minister Anne Milton met with 5 women to talk about their experiences with PiP breast implants. They discussed the treatment they had all received so far. … Read more → – Minister discusses PiP experiences

Published: 18 February, 2012

Health and Social Care Bill explained

The Health and Social Care Bill is now in its Report Stage in the House of Lords. The Bill is a crucial part of the Government’s vision to modernise the … Read more → – Health and Social Care Bill explained

Published: 17 February, 2012