Patients suffer due to gaps between CCGs and specialised commissioners

Majority of 'pivotal' posts not filled

Widespread vacancies in the clinical reference groups established by NHS England to link specialist and non-specialist services have led to a deterioration in patient experience, it has been alleged.

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