National leaders are targeting October 2026 for the abolition of NHS England and consolidation of its functions into the Department of Health and Social Care, according to Health Service Journal.
The timeframe is not yet confirmed, and will depend on ministers securing space in the King’s Speech and parliamentary time to progress a health bill. There is also an acceptance that completing the process in 18 months will be challenging.
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Source: Health Service Journal, 11 April 2025
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