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First interview with Simon Stevens: transcript, reaction and analysis

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First interview with Simon Stevens: transcript, reaction and analysis

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We have published further analysis of, reaction to, and the full transcript of the first major interview in post with Simon Stevens.

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  • First interview with Simon Stevens: the transcript
  • First interview with Simon Stevens: The reaction
  • Analysis: What did Stevens really say about small and community hospitals?

 

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