NHS Structure

Question 1

Give the founding principles of the NHS.

Answer 1

• Meet the needs of everyone.
• Free at the point of delivery.
• Based on clinical needs, not ability to pay.

Question 2

What does the NHS constitution outline?

Answer 2

This establishes the principles and values of the NHS in England. It sets out the rights to which patients, public, and staff are entitled. It also pledges which the NHS is committed to achieve, together with responsibilities, which the public, patients and staff owe to one another to ensure that the NHS operates fairly and effectively.

Question 3

When is the NHS constitution renewed?

Answer 3

Every 10 years.

Question 4

When is the NHS handbook renewed?

Answer 4

Every 3 years.