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The reconfiguration of hospital services in England

This briefing examines the recent debate over hospital configuration in England; describes what changes are currently being proposed together with the main factors driving these changes; and sets out the process by which services can be reconfigured.
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By Jo Maybin - 28 November 2007
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Stark Wanless warning ahead of CSR

Just ahead of the political conference season, Niall Dickson reflects on the likely consequences of Sir Derek Wanless's review of NHS funding and performance.
By Niall Dickson - 13 September 2007
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Our Future Health Secured? A review of NHS funding and performance

Since the Wanless review of 2002, Securing our Future Health, NHS spending has increased by nearly 50 per cent. Our report looks at where that money has been spent, what it has achieved and whether government policy has promoted effective use of resources.
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By John Appleby et al - 11 September 2007
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Conservative party health policy

This briefing analyses and comments on the key proposals contained in the policy document NHS Autonomy and Accountability, which was released by the Conservative party in June 2007.
By Ruth Thorlby - 7 September 2007
Article

Is it the end for district general hospitals?

Tony Harrison and Ian Gilmore ask whether more care at home and new 'polyclinics' will spell the end of district general hospitals?
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By Tony Harrison et al - 15 August 2007
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Forging ahead with lessons from the future

Imagine being able to see the future and assess health needs and the repercussions of policy initiatives. Windmill 2007 did that and found some valuable pointers.
By Alaisdair Liddell et al - 5 July 2007
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Windmill 2007: The future of health care reforms in England

What next for the NHS reforms? Based on a simulation event and extensive discussions with stakeholders, this paper offers insights into the health system of the future.
By Sarah Harvey et al - 19 June 2007
Article

Bear the burden of getting care just right

Geraint Lewis and Phyllis Shelton argue that as patients demand more, it is vital to control variation while preserving truly personalised delivery.
By Geraint Lewis et al - 19 June 2007
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Health challenges for new Labour leadership

Niall Dickson examines the state of the NHS after 10 years of Labour government.
By Niall Dickson - 15 May 2007
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Health and ten years of Labour government: achievements and challenges

After ten years in power, how successfully has Labour managed health provision in the UK? This briefing is an in-depth look into the issue.
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By Jo Maybin et al - 4 May 2007
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Health and ten years of Labour government: key facts

After ten years in power, how successfully has Labour managed health provision in the UK? This briefing sets out the key facts and issues.
30 April 2007
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Operating framework 2007/8

This briefing outlines the main points in the 2007/8 Operating Framework, provides some analysis of the content and discusses the implications of the accompanying documents.
By Ruth Thorlby - 8 February 2007
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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.
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By Jo Maybin - 16 January 2007
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