Campaigns

Public confidence in the NHS

The NHS continues to face increasing public criticism in terms of delivery, value for money and financial management. The impact of this criticism on patient care is a cause of great concern.

First, public confidence in the NHS is likely to be undermined. Second, vociferous public criticism from politicians and the media make it harder for NHS leaders to take the kind of difficult but necessary decisions that will sustain the NHS in the long term.

The Confederation is continuing its work throughout 2007 aimed at creating a more informed public debate on value for money and effectiveness of the NHS. We provide accurate and timely information for members, journalists, politicians, and others, to counter prevailing myths. We will also showcase the work of our members, highlighting examples of where the NHS is working well.

Campaign briefings

The NHS Confederation has produced a series of briefings as part of our Public confidence campaign.

Member reports

The Confederation has produced a series of reports for members as part of our campaign work.