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Eight out of 10 people concerned for future of NHS, survey suggests
Almost eight out of 10 people are concerned for the future of the NHS, according to a new survey commissioned by the British Medical Association (BMA).
Respondents showed a lack of confidence in the government’s handling of the health service, with fewer than one in five of the 1,240 people survey saying they trusted the government with the management of the NHS.
While 53 per cent agreed with the government’s focus on seven day services, 69 per cent thought that the NHS couldn’t afford the policy.
Additionally, 77 per cent believed that government policies were causing discontent among NHS staff.
Dr Mark Porter, BMA council chair, said: “People are increasingly concerned about the future of a health service that they know is under unsustainable pressure.
“There is a gulf between the government’s promises on the NHS and what the public believe to be true.
“Everyone agrees that the NHS needs to grow and change, yet there is no long-term plan to address the crisis in our health service.
“It’s little wonder that many people question the government’s commitment to the NHS and believe it is going in the wrong direction.”
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