Healthcare Commission annual health check 2008/09

16 October 2008 

The Healthcare Commission have published their annual health check, rating and assessing the performance of each NHS trust in England during the financial year from 1 April to 31 March. The Healthcare Commission looks at a wide range of areas, from the overall quality of care – including safety of patients, cleanliness and waiting times – to how well trusts manage their finances.

The King's Fund response

The King's Fund response to the Healthcare Commission's health check

In the media

The Times, 16 October 2008: Good work and progress but value must now be demanded – Commentary by Niall Dickson

Resources

The King's Fund

Healthcare Commission

Department of Health

OPSI

The Health Foundation 

National Library for Health