The NHS must adapt if it is to survive another 65 years | David Nicholson

The NHS must adapt if it is to survive another 65 years | David Nicholson Responding to massive cultural changes is key to the NHS's future – but putting patients first must remain at its core

On 5 July 65 years ago, Aneurin Bevan's revolutionary vision became a reality: a healthcare system that is free to everyone at the point of delivery, based on clinical need, not ability to pay. It still remains one of this country's greatest achievements, touching a million people every 36 hours, saving and improving lives in ways that its founders can scarcely have imagined.

But while reflecting on achievements is important, we must also focus on renewing the NHS so it can stay true to its founding principles for the next 65 years. The world moves on and all institutions must adapt to survive. The Guardian