NHS may miss e-commerce targets
The NHS could save millions by ordering supplies and equipment over the internet. But, asks Michael Cross, will the health service part with post, fax and triplicate form-filling?
Why Scotland wants its own NHS plan
Analysis:There is a strong consensus in Scotland that the country has different health needs from the rest of the UK, and therefore should have its own NHS plan, writes Barbara Millar
Scottish health – a statistical snapshot
Scottish health - a statistical snapshot. By Kirsty Regan
Warning over hospital ranking system
GPs fear performance related rewards for the health service will discriminate against deprived areas, writes Patrick Butler
How older people benefit from the NHS plan
Plans to revamp the health service focus on improving life for the elderly, writes Sophie Petit-Zeman
Joining up health and social care
Sophie Petit-Zeman looks at how the NHS plan fosters the relationship between health and social services.
Building a bond between health and social care
The government's plans for health see it regaining touch with changes in society by working more closely with social care, writes Sophie Petit-Zeman.
How the NHS plan aims to improve mental health services
Sophie Petit-Zeman examines the government's pledges to reform mental health services