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NHS campaign guide - Foundation Trusts

Foundation Trusts were a big step towards a marketised NHS - and now all NHS Trusts have to become one, though many are struggling. So what's the future? One of OurNHS's key NHS campaigns. 

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10 December 2013

Read OurNHS stories about Foundation Trusts here or see links on the right.

‘Understanding the NHS reforms’ - NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts - briefing from the British Medical Association about all Trusts now having to become Foundation Trusts.

‘Monitor and regulation’ - BMA briefing on Monitor’s role to regulate providers including Foundation Trusts.

See other campaigning tips on our 'Resources - Campaign tools' page here.

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