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Best and worst-performing NHS Trusts in England named

Best and worst-performing NHS Trusts in England named

Summary

New league tables have been released showing how NHS trusts in England are performing, with specialist hospitals ranking the highest. Moorfields Eye Hospital topped the list, while Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, was at the bottom due to structural issues. The tables are intended to improve transparency and help identify where NHS services need urgent improvement.

Key Facts

  • New performance league tables for NHS trusts in England have been published.
  • Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust ranked first.
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, ranked last, facing structural issues.
  • The tables will be updated every three months and divide trusts into four categories.
  • High-performing trusts get more control over finances; low performers receive support.
  • Trusts are ranked based on patient wait times, A&E care, and financial performance.
  • From next year, leaders from top trusts may receive higher pay, while those in low-performing trusts face reductions.
  • NHS Providers questioned the accuracy and fairness of the league table system.
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