‘Past mistakes must be avoided’: anxiety as Labour eyes public-private funding for NHS

The Labour party is considering reviving public-private partnerships (PPPs) to fund the construction of neighborhood health centers as part of its NHS 10-year plan. The decision on this approach is expected in the autumn budget. This move has divided policy experts, with some expressing anxiety that past mistakes with PPPs must be avoided. The use of PPPs was previously put on pause eight years ago, and the decision to potentially reintroduce them is expected to be a contentious one. The article highlights the ongoing debate and concerns surrounding the potential use of public-private funding for the NHS infrastructure projects.
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