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Two cheers? : reflections on the health of NHS democracy

Author:

New, Bill, King's Fund, and Klein, Rudolf

Publication date:

1998

Abstract:

This paper explores the many meanings of democracy, seeks to define some criteria for assessing whether or not there is a 'democratic deficit' in the NHS, and examines the policy options that have been put forward for making the NHS more 'democratic'. The first section analyses the various ways in ...
Eighty-five not out : essays to honour Sir George Godber

Author:

King Edward's Hospital Fund for London

Publication date:

1993

Abstract:

This is a collection of short papers based on a seminar to mark the eighty fifth birthday of Sir George Godber. They examine issues of substantial relevance to the present and future of the National Health Service.
Should primary care trusts be made more locally accountable? : a King's Fund discussion paper.

Author:

Dixon, Jennifer, King's Fund, Thorlby, Ruth, and Lewis, Richard

Publication date:

2008

Abstract:

Local accountability has been a significant policy issue within the NHS generally. However, primary care trusts are in the main accountable to the centre and there have been calls to review this. This paper discusses a range of options for reforming the relationships between PCTs and their public. It explores ...
Government and the NHS : time for a new relationship?

Author:

King's Fund and Dewar, Steve

Publication date:

2003

Abstract:

A wide range of public services - including higher education, housing associations and public service broadcasting - are now either funded, delivered, or regulated through agencies working at 'arm's length' from government. Is it time to consider a similar model for the modern NHS? Does the health service need to ...