B1: The Public Sector - NHS Foundation Trust

Question 1

What are hospitals managed by in England?

Answer 1

in England, hospitals are managed by Trusts, most of which are now NHS Foundation Trusts

Question 2

When were Foundation Trusts established?

Answer 2

2004

Question 3

Who are Foundation Trust’s services largely financed by?

Answer 3

their services are largely financed by the government but are independent organisations

Question 4

Who are NHS Foundation Trusts managed by?

Answer 4

NHS Foundation Trusts are managed by a board of governors, which may include patient, staff, members of the public and members of partner organisations

Question 5

What is the aim of the NHS Foundation Trust?

Answer 5

the aim of the NHS Foundation Trust is to move decision-making from centralised NHS to local communities, in order to respond to local needs and wishes

Question 6

how are trusts that have not achieved foundation trust managed?

Answer 6

trusts that have not achieved foundation status are still managed centrally