The chair of NHS England, Richard Meddings, has expressed his agreement with the decision to abolish the organisation, marking a shift in accountability towards ministers. In an interview, he noted that this change will eliminate a separate entity that could be blamed for mismanagement. Despite the government's involvement, Meddings identified a pattern of micromanagement that complicates NHS operations. He also defended the role of quangos, arguing they help bring in relevant expertise. Moreover, Meddings pointed out that reorganizing the NHS won't inherently improve the health of the population, as many health challenges stem from factors outside the healthcare system.
Richard Meddings, chair of NHS England, expressed that the abolition of the organisation would lead to direct accountability for ministers, noting the end of a separate entity to blame for mismanagement.
Meddings highlighted the continuous government micromanagement, revealing instances where various new instructions would flow in almost every week, complicating the running of the NHS.
He defended the need for quangos, suggesting that separating delivery from government could allow for the engagement of experts who might better manage health system operations.
Meddings emphasized that merely reorganising NHS structures won't significantly alter public health, as many health issues are influenced by factors beyond healthcare services.
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