Nigel Edwards

Nigel Edwards, former Chief Executive of the Nuffield Trust, and Hugh Alderwick, Director of Policy at the Health Foundation, dive into the pressing need for a transformative 10-year plan for the NHS. They discuss the importance of learning from previous reforms and engaging stakeholders to improve primary and community care services. The conversation explores the balance of collaboration and competition within the NHS, the role of technology in healthcare, and the public's unwavering support despite challenges like long waiting lists and access to mental health services.

Nigel Edwards, former CEO of the Nuffield Trust, joins hosts Al Mulley and John Lotherington to discuss the pressing challenges facing the NHS at its 75th anniversary. They delve into the urgency of improving clinical decision-making to enhance patient care amid rising public anxiety and trust erosion. The conversation highlights the reliance on foreign nurses, dwindling general practitioners, and the need for systemic change beyond funding. They also tackle the critical issues of capital spending and the maintenance backlog affecting healthcare services.