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Starmer says he will abolish NHS England as part of public sector reform plans

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced plans to abolish NHS England to "cut bureaucracy" and restore management to government control.
Starmer stated, "I don't see why decisions about £200 billion of taxpayer money should be taken by an arms-length body," highlighting his concerns about governance.
Abolishing NHS England will allow the health service to refocus on patients while reducing waiting times at hospitals.
Starmer believes that the public desires an "active government" and emphasizes the need for immediate changes.

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