The Pharmaceutical Journal
Vol 277 No 7427 p598
18 November 2006

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NHS modernisation continues

The Queen's speech this week promised to “carry through the modernisation of health care based on the founding principles of the NHS”.

Measures in Tony Blair’s last legislative programme included increasing the degree of choice for all patients and providing minor operations in enhanced GP surgeries close to patients’ homes.

A background briefing paper said: “So far we have delivered faster and more convenient services, more personal care and a better patient experience.

“However, we still face the challenge of improving the quality of health care, increasing choice for patients and diversity in the system and improving the health and well-being of communities across the country.”