We also cover the prospect of “academy-style” trusts and ask whether comments briefed to The Times signal genuine intention or just a spot of kite-flying.

Plus an update on how staff mandatory vaccination is progressing, with just two weeks to go until the deadline. Featuring James Illman, Dave West and Annabelle Collins.

You can listen to HSJ Health Check on this page, or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and all the other popular podcast platforms.

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