The news that NHS England is to be disbanded has sent ripples across the healthcare sector. For years, it was the face of national healthcare management, implementing government directives and shaping policies that affected millions of patients and healthcare professionals. But as we reflect on its legacy, we must ask a difficult question: how did so many good people, dedicated professionals, become part of a system that often acted against the very principles of care and service they set out to uphold?
The NHS is increasingly focused on improving patient care by ensuring that specialist advice is available at the right time, without unnecessary delays or referrals. The Advice and Guidance (A&G) service has been developed as part of this wider strategy, allowing GPs to seek specialist input electronically before deciding whether a full referral is necessary.
