Bold thinking for better health
We're The King's Fund, an independent charity working to improve people's health. Our vision is a world where everyone can live a healthy life.
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What would it take to climate-proof health and social care?
Senior Fellow, Chris Naylor, reflects on the substantial impact climate change has had on public health and care services, and impact to come.
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A shared heart: the story of Fleetwood’s community health hub
How one of the poorest towns in England bought its abandoned local hospital and transformed it into a model for the future of health care and public services.
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The King’s Fund responds to the government's initial response to the Ockenden Review
Sarah Woolnough said NHS scandals stem from failing to listen, stressing patient voices are central to safe care and that extending Martha’s Rule could strengthen maternity safety and le...
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NHS Modernisation Bill 2026 explained
The government have outlined plans to introduce legislation to reform how the NHS is led and managed in the form of an NHS Modernisation Bill. These changes represent one of the most significant NHS restructures in recent years, with potentially far-reaching implications for how care is delivered, managed and held accountable.
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The 10 Year Health Plan – one year on
Taking place one year on from our 2025 event, we'll assess the progress and impact of the 10 Year Health Plan so far at this in-person event.
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Making sense of the health and care system
The English health and care system can be confusing and complex. Our work explains and explores the system, how it works, and how it's changing.