Value for money in the English NHS: Summary of the evidence

This research report assesses whether the NHS provides value for money for the English taxpayer. It looks at the recent increases in spending levels and asks whether these have translated into a corresponding rise in the quality of care for patients.

Value for Money in the English NHS: summary of the evidence was undertaken as part of QQUIP, a five year initiative of The Health Foundation. It shows that whilst expenditure on drugs, NHS staff, salaries and training may have increased, the additional £6 billion per year being spent on healthcare is unlikely to transform the health service.