We explore where else trusts can turn, with major state-funded rebuilds now off the agenda for many areas.

That could mean reviving private financing, a new drive on patch-up maintenance efforts, and a much greater reliance on community services and tech.

Also this week, Samantha Jones’ likely appointment as new permanent secretary of the DHSC, and another significant senior appointment to NHSE.

Correction: £1bn - not £100m - is allocated to building safety works and reinforced aerated autoclaved concrete this year, although the point that more is needed still stands.

With Annabelle Collins, Zoe Tidman and Dave West. 

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

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