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.
Childhood obesity: is where you live important?
ReportMyth #1: “We already spend too much on health – and despite this our outcomes are poor”
Blog postThe past, present and future of government spending on the NHS
Blog postShould emergency departments move patients to other wards even when there's no bed space available?
Blog postFalling short: How far have we come in improving support for unpaid carers in England?
ReportHospitals at capacity: understanding delays in patient discharge
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