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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

🧵 NEW: Our analysis, which draws on the NHS monthly performance data released yesterday, shows that the NHS has met its headline interim target of 65% of elective care waits within 18 weeks but has fallen short on four other key targets set for March 2026 ⬇️

A person with long, dark hair beside the text 'Achieving the 65% interim target shows positive progress but looking forward, there is a risk that recent gains reflect short-term measures that will be difficult to sustain as the required pace of improvement increases.
Freya Tracey, Senior Data Analyst at the Health Foundation'

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Where next for integrated care systems? Based on interviews with senior leaders across four ICSs, this new research explores the development of ICSs, their evolving role under Labour and the policy changes needed to deliver on national priorities. Learn more ⬇️

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Integrated care systems in England: where next?

Based on interviews with local leaders, our report explores the development and evolving role of ICSs in England, and the policy changes needed to help deliver their objectives.

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Our latest survey completed with @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social tracking the UK public’s views on the NHS and social care shows nearly half of the public (48%) delayed or avoided contacting their GP practice about a health concern in the previous 12 months. Read more findings 👇 bit.ly/4tTv1ru

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Over 12 hour trolley waits in A&E were a rarity 10 years ago, but numbers have increased dramatically post-pandemic and are set to hit new records in 2025. The problem hasn't received nearly enough attention, so good to see this being put on the political agenda.

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cescacava.bsky.social @cescacava.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Rachel Reeves’ speech today ahead of the Budget hailed the government’s success in cutting the waiting list by 200,000 – but is this progress enough to reach their target of 92% waits ≤18 weeks by 2029? Our projections show, if trends continue, they would fall short of this target: bit.ly/4nUuzFT

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Charles Tallack @charlestallack.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

The Labour government’s most prominent commitment on health is to get waiting times back to 18 weeks by the end of the Parliament. Are they on track? We looked at this for last night’s Peston show youtu.be/yc-9Psk3gk8?... 🧵

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PESTON LIVE - 02/07/2025

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Pete Stilwell @pstilwell.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

It’s a critical time to be shaping the future of health policy. This job puts you right at the heart of the Health Foundation’s influencing work. Get involved.

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

New urgent and emergency care recovery plan published by NHS England today. Some welcome measures, including a focus on reducing very long waits in A&E, improving flow within hospitals and a commitment to more transparency, including publishing data on corridor care.

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NHS England » Urgent and emergency care plan 2025/26

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Causes of low flu (and Covid-19) vaccination coverage among frontline NHS workers last winter urgently need to be understood. Addressing low uptake not a silver bullet for preventing winter crises, but could help to reduce risk. As flagged in recent @healthfoundation.bsky.social analysis.

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Did the NHS experience record pressures this winter?

An analysis of this year's winter pressures and what can be learned as the health service looks ahead to next winter.

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

General practice in England is facing significant pressure. Despite record numbers of appointments, more GPs are still needed, especially in deprived areas, where need is the greatest. Explore our updated general practice data dashboard ⬇️ buff.ly/TZa6pum

Line chart of the monthly estimated total count of general practice appointments, including and excluding COVID-19 vaccinations, showing that the number of appointments in general practice is now substantially higher than before the pandemic, having dropped during the initial outbreak of COVID-19.

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

What does the new GP contract for 2025/26 really mean for patients and GPs? Great round up by @jaketreenotsea.bsky.social of what's included, the significance of the new agreement and what needs to happen next.

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Calm before the storm? Unpacking the new GP contract

Jake Beech explores what’s been agreed in the new GP contract, and what this really means for general practice.

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Jo Bibby @jobibby.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

📣📣📣 Absolutely fabulous job opportunity @healthfoundation.bsky.social for a Public Health Consultant with the drive to improve health and reduce inequalities through transforming prevention policy - in its broadest sense - across the UK! Please share ☺️ lde.tbe.taleo.net/lde01/ats/ca...

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Alex Thomas @alexgathomas.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

We want to hear from potential, current or (fairly recent) ex-civil service fast streamers! Please take a few minutes to fill in our survey ⬇️

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Sharlene McGee @sharlenemcgee.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

The govt confirms councils' core spending will rise by 6.8% in 2025/26, compared w/ 6% previously announced, helping fund some vital services supporting good health. But given long-term underfunding & social care pressures councils will still turn to cuts & council tax rises to stabilise finances🧵

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Local Government Finance Report 2025 to 2026

The Local Government Finance Report for 2025 to 2026.

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Adam Briggs @admbriggs.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

DHSC's now responded to the @houseoflords.parliament.uk 'Recipe for Health' report on how to fix our food system The response includes: -a new food strategy to come from Defra -recognition that it needs a cross-gov approach -industry to remain v much part of the solution www.gov.uk/government/p...

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Government response to the House of Lords food and health report

The government’s response to the House of Lords Food, Diet and Obesity Committee's report 'Recipe for health: a plan to fix our broken food system'.

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Yes, countries use different mechanisms to fund health care. And yes, this stuff is fascinating to policy wonks. But does it shape health outcomes more than (say) differences in how much is spent, numbers of staff or how services are delivered? No. Great stuff by @sjanereed.bsky.social here.

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Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk · 27/01/2025

Want to see how the #NHS in England is doing at a glance? The new #QualityWatch NHS Performance Dashboard shows key NHS performance data via accessible, visually striking charts and comparative statistics 👇 www.nuffieldtrust.org.uk/qualitywatch...

The QualityWatch NHS Performance Dashboard displays key NHS performance metrics for England via accessible charts and comparative statistics.

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

New social care commission, new public polling from @healthfoundation.bsky.social @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social... Should the government prioritise cross-party consensus on social care reform or press ahead with delivering reform ASAP? We found the public are split on the right approach.

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The government’s approach to social care reform: what do the public think?

As our new polling shows the public is split on how to tackle social care reform, we reflect on the announcement of another social care commission.

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

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The government’s approach to social care reform: what do the public think?

As our new polling shows the public is split on how to tackle social care reform, we reflect on the announcement of another social care commission.

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

For over a decade, #QualityWatch has been tracking and visualising #NHS data, allowing us to see how policies, interventions and events affect performance. The new NHS performance dashboard looks great! @nuffieldtrust.bsky.social @healthfoundation.bsky.social

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Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk · 22/01/2025

Our research team are in Parliament today, as part of @senseaboutsci.bsky.social #EvidenceWeek. We are showcasing the new #QualityWatch NHS Performance Dashboard to MPs, and talking to them about health care access and waiting times in their constituencies.

Nuffield Trust Senior Fellow Dr Liz Fisher talking to MP Susan Murray.

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Charles Tallack @charlestallack.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

ONS estimates of effect of long A&E waits on chance of dying within 30 days. Those waiting >12 hrs had twice the chance of dying than those waiting 2 hrs. From Apr-Dec 2024 1.2 million people waited more than 12 hrs. Association rather than causation but still powerful evidence.

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Yesterday's NHS data showed major operational difficulties continuing last week. Full @healthfoundation.bsky.social response is below, plus a few extra thoughts. 🧵

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

New @rcn.org.uk report on corridor care brings the harrowing experiences facing some patients and staff in NHS hospitals this winter into focus. Read our blog from last winter exploring how increased frequency of corridor care affects patient safety and NHS staff morale 👇 buff.ly/3C7oOSV

'No patient can be comfortable in a corridor – nor should staff or policymakers get comfy while this practice occurs on their watch.' Heather Wilson, Programme and Policy Officer at the Health Foundation

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Mary Dixon-Woods @marydixonwoods.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Many, many, many things have been tried in trying to improve access to general practice. @thisinstitute.bsky.social and @healthfoundation.bsky.social have curated those efforts: bjgpopen.org/content/earl...

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Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk · 10/01/2025

With many hospitals declaring 'critical incidents' this week due to extreme pressure, how does this winter in the #NHS compare with previous years? What's changed since last month? View the stats on our #QualityWatch dashboard, including A&E waits. 👇 buff.ly/425prH1

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

🧵 on the latest #NHS performance & #Winter stats, following yesterday's data dump from NHS England. TL:DR - pressures ramped up around new year & set to continue into January, despite first signs that flu might have peaked. ICYMI here's our full response @healthfoundation.bsky.social 1/

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Welcome drop in waiting list but huge urgent and emergency care pressures remain

The Health Foundation responds to the NHS monthly performance statistics and Urgent and Emergency Care Situation Reports

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

We’re celebrating our 50th episode of the Health Foundation’s monthly podcast, with a look back at the most listened to episodes over the last four years. Revisit our top five most popular podcasts ⬇️ buff.ly/4fNMJEH

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50 podcasts later: our pick of the pods

We revisit the top five most listened to Health Foundation podcasts.

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The Q community @theqcommunity.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

With new NHS elective reform plans, we're sharing the common themes found across our Q Exchange projects in approaches to improving equity while tackling delays across a huge range of patients and conditions. Read more: q.health.org.uk/evidence-and...

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Grace Sumner @graceyoutreach.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

If you're thinking of applying for a Masters in Public Health & have experience of inequality, consider applying for the IMPACT Scholarship at UCL. Happy to answer any questions you have! www.ucl.ac.uk/epidemiology...

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The IMPACT Scholarship

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Charles Tallack @charlestallack.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

The government's elective care recovery plan will incentivise improvements in waiting times by giving extra capital to the fastest improvers. Some initial thoughts based on another, recent NHS capital for performance scheme. on.ft.com/3W6JIs6

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Tim Gardner @timgardnerthf.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

There's certainly scope for the new commission on adult social care to do some good and useful work, as past reviews have done previously. But, as ever, turning good recommendations into meaningful change depends on political will and a commitment to long-term funding.

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Social care commissions: looking back to move forward

Adult social care in England desperately needs reform and investment. We look back at the approaches and proposals of previous similar reviews.

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Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk · 02/01/2025

In this piece, BBC News highlights our #QualityWatch work with @healthfoundation.bsky.social which tracks #cancer survival rates in the UK and how they compare with other countries. The UK continues to lag behind. 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Cancers getting diagnosed at earlier stages

Awareness campaigns and new screening approaches are having an impact, says NHS England.

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

New analysis finds that, since 2021/22, the NHS maintenance backlog has grown by £2.1bn. Over the same period, investment to reduce the backlog fell by £707m in real terms, contributing to this growth. Read the full analysis 👇 buff.ly/3Dql3Z3

Bar chart of investment to reduce backlog maintenance, 2021/22 to 2023/24 (£m, 2023/24 prices) showing that, since 2021/22, investment to reduce the backlog fell by £707m in real terms.

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Josh Keith @keithjosh.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

Looking for something to read before wrapping-up for Christmas? Check out this blog from Francesca (not on Bluesky yet) on what we can learn by comparing hospital admissions for mental health conditions in England vs peer countries. www.health.org.uk/features-and...

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Hospital admissions for mental health conditions before and during COVID-19

Francesca Cavallaro on what we can learn from research on hospital admissions for mental health conditions before and during COVID-19.

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Adam Briggs @admbriggs.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

Excellent thread from @jleggat.bsky.social unpicking yesterday's local gov finance settlement. The 2025/26 public health grant wasn't announcement, with details of the allocation now expected in Jan. Knowing grant details early is essential for councils to plan services, 1/

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Bren Collins @breconomics.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Come and work with me and my colleagues on an exciting project with the Health Foundation around modelling multimorbidity Research Fellow (Epidemiology & Data Science) Public Health, Policy & Systems Grade 8 £46,485 - £58,596 pa 07-Jan-2025 23:30 my.corehr.com/pls/ulivrecr...

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