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The reconfiguration of hospital services in England

Jo Maybin says ministers face a struggle to win over sceptics about NHS reform.

Return to the windmill - behavioural modelling and the future

Alasdair Liddell, Laurie McMahon
The lack of a 'big picture' of where NHS reforms will take us means investment and strategic planning are severely hampered. Alasdair Liddell and Laurie McMahon describe a behavioural modelling approach that can help.

Prescription for change

Richard Lewis
Ministers are pinning their hopes on plans to put health care into the hands of staff and patients through social enterprises. A good idea – but it won't be easy, argues Richard Lewis.

NHS foundation trusts

Richard Lewis
Richard Lewis argues that the Healthcare Commission's review offers something for both proponents and detractors.

Impact of choice on hospital viability

John Appleby looks at the impact of patient choice on the future viability of some hospitals.

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