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PM Keir Starmer announced the abolishment of NHS England, a non-departmental public body overseeing the operation of the NHS in England, in order to bring its responsibilities under ministerial control and improve efficiency. The move aims to free up funds, increase accountability, and streamline processes within the health service, with plans to absorb NHS England back into the Department for Health and Social Care. This decision follows a recent independent investigation highlighting the need for adaptation in the health service and is part of efforts to cut costs and reduce duplication of roles between the government and NHS England.
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