i think most would agree that when you are in the care of NHS then it can be very good the problem is you cant get in reasonably quickley.
My early pay slips had tax and NHI deducted back in the 70s.We need to be aware that this is something that we actually pay for ourselves,start looking after our health and not expecting to be bailed out by this almost religious thing.Why should a 20 stone smoking alcoholic get treatment without question.
It will take a very brave govt to do anything seriious.I recently needed a cataract op after visiting the optician - done within 2 weeks private company.I have also waited nearly 2 years for a hip replacement partly due to NHS poor communication.Due to the intense pain and effects I will be in Spire 2 weeks tomorrow at my cost 6 weeks after seeing the consultant and then back down the KP making a noise1