The National Health Service celebrates its 75th birthday today – but as it reaches its landmark anniversary it faces an uncertain future. Founded in 1948 under Clement Attlee’s Labour government, the NHS was the first universal health system in the world to be available to all and free at the point of delivery. What challenges is the NHS facing? It is estimated that about £7 out of every £10 spent in the NHS goes on people with these conditions. The amount of public money spent on the NHS has steadily increased since it began.

Source: The Times July 05, 2023 15:40 UTC