My recent book on health policy, Who Decides Who Decides? , discussed the many ways in which central government does … Continue reading “Lansley’s health reforms evade the key issue of individual responsibility”

My recent book on health policy, Who Decides Who Decides?, discussed the many ways in which central government does all … Continue reading “Lansley’s health reforms evade the key issue of individual responsibility”

One of the commonest complaints about the NHS is: “I’ve paid in all my life, so why can’t I have…” … Continue reading “The government’s decision on top-up payments is welcome”

A key issue in individual access to healthcare is who decides who shall get what, when and how. Which economic … Continue reading “Individual health savings accounts will improve access and performance”

How radical will the new Lord Mandelson be in seeking to reinvigorate the ‘New Labour’ brand? With the regulatory levers … Continue reading “Mandelson should refer NHS monopolies to the Office of Fair Trading”