From leaders’ biggest worries, and their achievements thus far, to their plans for the future, HSJ Health Check highlights some of the more surprising findings.

Also, more on the shadow health secretary’s recent comments on tensions between ICBs and foundation trusts, and NHS England’s new assessment framework.

With Annabelle Collins, Nick Kituno and Dave West. 

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

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