1. Changes to GP contract important step towards more consumer focused health service

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    The Secretary of State for Health, Jeremy Hunt, has today announced a series of changes to their contract with the NHS for 2014/15 that put a greater focus on patients.

  2. Our views on the Government’s response to the Francis Inquiry

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    The government has accepted the recommendations made by Robert Francis, following the public inquiry in to the failings at Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust.

  3. Our response to NHS England's report on urgent and emergency care

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    New report proposes a shift in how urgent and emergency care is provided.

  4. Our response to NHS England specialised commissioning engagement

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    In response to NHS England consultation, we outline our expectations in terms of good consultation and engagement practice.

  5. Our response to the Nuffield Trust 'ratings review'

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    Should there be ‘Ofsted-style’ ratings for health and social care providers? We share our views.

  6. Highlighting our concerns about local Healthwatch regulations

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    We share a number of issues in relation to the local Healthwatch regulations and ask for clarity to avoid any confusion.

  7. The NHS needs to listen to what patients have to say to improve future care

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    New findings from the Keogh Review show while there are examples of good care, there are areas where improvement is urgently required.