Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced big changes to make the NHS work better for both staff and patients. These changes aim to cut down on unnecessary paperwork and allow more resources to go directly to patient care.
One key change is bringing NHS England back into the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). This will stop duplication between two organisations doing the same job and reduce bureaucracy, so staff can focus on what matters, which is helping patients.
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said:
“…these changes end the problems caused by the 2012 NHS reorganisation, which led to longer waiting times and poor patient satisfaction. The goal is to give more power to NHS staff and help them provide better care for patients.”
The reforms will also bring more control to local NHS leaders, allowing them to make decisions that fit their community’s needs. This change is aimed at saving money, reduce delays, and improve care quality.
The government is working to make the NHS more efficient and patient-focused by using technology and focusing on prevention. These steps are part of the Plan for Change to make the NHS stronger and ready for the future.
Source:
Department of Health and Social Care
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