Trusts welcome ‘temporary respite’ following NHS funding boost

Wednesday, 6 March 2024 14:18

Responding to the Budget statement, the chief executive of NHS Providers, Sir Julian Hartley said: “The chancellor had a key opportunity to put NHS finances back on track today after a year in which high inflation, disruptive industrial action, and rising demand for care have left gaping holes in trust budgets. After dire warnings of NHS spending cuts earlier this week, today’s announcement of an extra £2.5bn for day-to-day NHS spending will offer much needed - but...Request free trial