23 January 2008

NHS

Governing the NHS – Alternatives to an independent Board (17th January 2008)
An independent NHS board has been advocated by a number of commentators, who believe it will reduce both micromanagement and day-to-day political interference in the running of the health service. This paper argues that an independent board would be limited in its ability to achieve these aims. It suggests a number of alternative options to an independent board that build on the increasing operational independence the recent reforms have offered. These options would help secure a better balance between public accountability and local autonomy within a more devolved health care system.
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Orthopaedics Measurement Scenarios (updated 22nd January 2008)
The British Orthopaedic Directors Society developed a series of practical examples for 18 weeks which helped to identify the 18 week clock starts and stops. These have now been updated in line with the refreshed rules and definitions.
Click here for the Scenarios


A Dialogue of Equals – The Pacesetters programme Community Engagement Guide (23rd January 2008)
The guide has been written to support NHS organisations participating on the Pacesetters programme to better engage with seldom-heard communities and groups.
Click here for the Guide

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