Short termism

Short-termism has thrown the NHS into chaos. Patricia Hewitt's absolute
insistance on getting the NHS to break-even has decimated funds destined
for training for the last two years. The lack of focus upon anything
other than the 31st March each year is disasterous for an organisation
that requires long term strategic planning to ensure staff capacity and
capability.

The phenomenal waste that Labour have introduced into the NHS, with
Private Finance Initiative, management consultants and private health
providers, is beginning to bite. The NHS finances are in an appalling
state and are now jeopardising the future intergrity of the service.