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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Health
Sarah Johnson

What policies would you introduce to save the NHS?

NHS prescription
We want to hear from healthcare professionals about what policies they think might work for the NHS. Photograph: Anthony Devlin/PA

The NHS was one of the key concerns in the June general election.

Almost half (49%) of the British public consider it to be one of the biggest issues facing Britain, according to the January 2017 Ipsos Mori/Economist Issues Index. Concern is at the highest level recorded since April 2003.

Jeremy Hunt, meanwhile, has been re-appointed as health secretary for the fourth time after his handling of the junior doctor contract dispute and a disastrous winter crisis in the NHS.

With an ageing population, a demoralised workforce and increasing pressure coupled with decreasing funds, it is clear change needs to happen. What form should it take?

We want to hear from those working in, or with, the NHS. What should the new government focus on? Will the much lauded sustainability and transformation plans help or hinder progress? What measures would you take to ensure the survival of the NHS? What would you do to increase morale within the workforce?

Please fill in our form below. A selection of responses will be used in our reporting. You may remain anonymous if you wish.

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