Despite COVID-19, commitments to invest in the NHS must be honoured

January 2021 | By Alastair Whitington

Alastair Whitington summarises highlights from the Westminster Health Forum conference on the future of NHS funding

About the Author

Alastair Whitington

Consultant Editor for Specialised Medicine; Trustee for Neuroblastoma UK.

Alastair led NHS England specialised commissioning engagement with providers and eight CCGs in North West London from 2013–2015. He was also Programme of Care Lead for London, responsible for the design and development of the commissioning framework and delivery of national strategies for over 100 specialised services. Alastair previously managed the Cancer Drugs Fund and Individual Funding Request process for specialised services in London.

alastair.whitington@mgp.co.uk

The Westminster Health Forum, Key decisions for utilising NHS funding—priority areas, quality and delivery of care, the COVID-19 crisis, and long-term financial stability, was held online on 24 September 2020.

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