MPs have voted through a controversial measure that gives England's health secretary powers to close local hospitals, even if they are performing well. Clause 119 in the Care Bill allows a hospital to be closed or downgraded if a neighbouring trust is struggling financially.
The government maintains it is a good way to address local care issues. But critics say the powers put finances ahead of pat
The government maintains it is a good way to address local care issues. But critics say the powers put finances ahead of pat