Research and commentary
Research and expert commentary on the UK's health system is our core activity and has been since we were founded more than 80 years ago. We undertake major projects on key areas of health and social care building upon our established areas of expertise. We also provide shorter-form analysis and expert commentary on the most vital health and social care policy issues of the day.
1948–1957: Establishing the National Health Service
Resource'There’s a way to do it better – find it'
Blog postPreparing for the 'new' NHS: lessons from departing leaders
Blog postChanging of the guard: lessons for the new NHS from departing health leaders
BookThe lost decade
Blog postShould there be 'Ofsted-style' ratings for health and social care providers?
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