All Policy articles – Page 156
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NewsCameron and Clegg set for backbench showdown over reform
David Cameron and Nick Clegg are preparing for a showdown with disgruntled backbenchers over changes to the proposed NHS reforms, amid complaints they have been “playing politics” over the package.
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NewsCrucial report on NHS reforms released today
Recommendations on how best to amend the government’s reform plans for the NHS are to be unveiled later today.
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NewsHealth Bill could be sent back to MP committee
The proposed health service reforms could be sent back to a committee of MPs, a senior government minister has confirmed.
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NewsCameron handling of NHS a 'catalogue of broken promises' - Healey
David Cameron was accused of breaking his promises on the NHS as he announced changes to the controversial package of reforms.
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NewsCommissioning board to constrain consortia powers if 'not ready'
The NHS Commissioning Board is likely to place extensive restrictions on the powers of commissioning consortia in cases where it believes they are “not ready” to take on their new role, HSJ understands.
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NewsCentral reform principles are 'not controversial'
The principles at the centre of the proposed NHS reforms are not the cause of continued controversy and opposition.
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NewsLord Owen urges Lib Dems to quash Health Bill
SDP founder Lord Owen has called on Liberal Democrat MPs to vote down the government’s NHS reforms, even if they are substantially changed.
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NewsPM to renew NHS reform drive
David Cameron will launch a fresh bid to shore up support for the health service reforms this week, as a political showdown looms over the controversial set of changes.
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NewsNew guidance warns of higher bar for JSNAs
The new “enhanced” joint strategic needs assessment does not represent “business as usual” for the NHS, guidelines have warned.
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NewsLansley to co-host live online interview on 1 June
Health secretary Andrew Lansley will seek to highlight how the government’s proposed NHS reforms can improve quality in the health service during a live online debate on 1 June.
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NewsLeading doctors call for heart treatment policy changes
Some of Scotland’s top heart doctors are calling for a policy change on the alternative treatment offered to patients considered too high-risk for open-heart surgery.
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NewsExclusive: government to publish second command paper
The government is planning to publish a second NHS policy “command paper” as it attempts to rescue its floundering Health Bill, HSJ has learned.
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NewsConservative MP calls for reform 'red lines'
Conservative MPs are being urged to oppose changes that deputy prime minister Nick Clegg wants to make to the government’s plans for NHS reforms.
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NewsExclusive: politicians 'grandstanding' on competition, says review chair
One of the leaders of the NHS reform “listening exercise”, Sir Stephen Bubb, has accused politicians of “grandstanding” and “playing on misconceptions” about competition.
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NewsExclusive: Clegg aide signals major delay to bill
Nick Clegg’s right hand man has told HSJ the Health Bill may not re-enter the Commons until the autumn to ensure some of its most controversial provisions can be “thoroughly and comprehensively” redrafted.
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NewsClegg: 'NHS managers will continue where GPs are not ready'
Deputy prime minister Nick Clegg has given the clearest signal yet the transition to commissioning consortia will be slowed down, with other structures remaining in place “where GPs are not yet ready” to take over.
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NewsReforms face further delay and confusion, concedes Lansley
The health secretary has admitted his NHS reform bill might have to return to committee stage in the Commons – leading to warnings of further delay and uncertainty.
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HSJ KnowledgeOnline seminar: Will health service reform improve the quality of NHS care?
HSJ’s free webinar, in conjunction with the Chartered Quality Institute, is available on demand now.
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NewsClegg denies NHS reform profit motive
Nick Clegg has insisted the government’s healthcare reforms did not amount to NHS privatisation.
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NewsBlood service looks set to remain in house
The head of the NHS blood service has expressed optimism it will escape part-privatisation amid suggestions the government is worried about the public backlash against private involvement in public services.