We cover the motivations behind this, the impact it could have on integrated care systems’ plans and whether Labour will reverse it.

Also, the latest on the planning guidance and how it has become entangled with the Budget negotiations. 

With Dave West, James Illman and Annabelle Collins.

Send views and questions to annabelle.collins@hsj.co.uk.

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