All Policy and regulation articles – Page 2
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NewsMackey must be Streeting’s ‘chief adviser’, says ex-NHSE chief exec
It is essential new NHS England chief executive Sir Jim Mackey becomes the health secretary’s “chief policy adviser”, according to the only person to have run the service from the top of NHSE and within the Department of Health.
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PodcastHSJ Podcast: The decline and fall of NHS England
Amanda Pritchard is stepping down as NHS England’s CEO at the end of next month, while Wes Streeting embarks on a massive reorganisation of the centre.
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Expert BriefingThe Integrator: What does the return of Jim Mackey mean for integration?
Insider tales and must-read analysis on how integration is reshaping health and care systems, NHS providers, primary care, and commissioning. This week by deputy editor Dave West.
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NewsBoards need ‘much greater focus’ on quality and productivity, says new NHSE chair
The prospective new chair of NHS England wants to see “much greater focus” by local NHS boards on quality and productivity, while integrated care boards need greater “skills and capabilities in strategic commissioning”.
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Expert BriefingCarbon Copy: What new green plans guidance means for local leaders
The ideas, policies and challenges at the heart of the NHS goal for net zero emissions, from HSJ sustainability correspondent Zoe Tidman.
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Expert BriefingThe Integrator: Exposing the gaps in community services
Insider tales and must-read analysis on how integration is reshaping health and care systems, NHS providers, primary care, and commissioning. This week by correspondent Mimi Launder
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PodcastHSJ Podcast: Why this year's planning round is going to be bloody
This week, the HSJ team look at money and what is coming for what is expected to be the toughest financial year for the NHS in a generation.
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CommentPatient safety must be at the heart of the 10-year plan
The NHS faces a critical moment in reform, with patient safety as a key priority. Improving safety could save thousands of lives, reduce costs, and reshape care delivery, writes Jeremy Hunt
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LeaderPlanning round could be a ‘bloodbath’ without a change of course
Daniel Elkeles is to be congratulated on his appointment as the chief executive of NHS Providers. He has proved himself not only a successful CEO, but one who is prepared to speak truth to power and challenge conventional thinking. He is the right person for the job ahead.
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Expert BriefingThe Integrator: Redistributing the NHS wealth
Insider tales and must-read analysis on how integration is reshaping health and care systems, NHS providers, primary care, and commissioning. This week by deputy editor Dave West.
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PodcastHSJ Podcast: Tough talk on deficits
This week we take a closer look at Wes Streeting’s tough talk on NHS deficits – the health and social care secretary has told the NHS there can be no overspending without consequences.
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CommentTrust and ICB leaders must resist the temptation to blame others for the NHS’s woes
As NHS leaders navigate the new planning guidance, they must balance urgent recovery efforts with long-term reform to ensure sustainable healthcare services, writes Kathy McLean
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Expert BriefingThe Integrator: ACOs are back
Insider tales and must-read analysis on how integration is reshaping health and care systems, NHS providers, primary care, and commissioning. This week by integrated care system correspondent Mimi Launder and deputy editor Dave West
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NewsNew health minister appointed
Ashley Dalton has been appointed as a health minister following Andrew Gwynne’s sacking at the weekend.
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PodcastHSJ Podcast: Unpacking the planning guidance
NHS England published the 2025-26 planning guidance last week, so HSJ Health Check breaks down what it means for the service.
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Expert BriefingRecovery Watch: The trusts with the biggest challenge under new elective targets
Elective recovery and returning the NHS to meeting the 18-week standard by 2029 is the government’s main performance priority. The Recovery Watch newsletter tracks prospects and progress against this goal. This week by bureau chief James Illman.
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CommentThe government needs to explain to the public how care is going to change
The government’s forthcoming 10-Year Health Plan aims to address pressing challenges in health and care, focusing on recovery and reform. Key to its success will be empowering integrated care systems to lead change, aligning policy across sectors, and engaging the public in designing services, writes Annie Bliss
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PodcastHSJ Podcast: Penny Dash and David Nicholson on the 10-year plan
HSJ Health Check is joined by two of the most influential and experienced NHS leaders to talk about lessons for the government’s 10-year plan from their systems, and from the past.
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NewsTop-rated ICS downgraded by NHS England
The only integrated care system in the top tier of NHS England’s oversight framework has been downgraded, it has emerged.
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Expert BriefingThe Integrator: A ‘rigid mandate’ threatens neighbourhood health
Insider tales and must-read analysis on how integration is reshaping health and care systems, NHS providers, primary care, and commissioning. This week by deputy editor Dave West.