NHS and social care blueprint: key points

The government has unveiled its plans for reforming the NHS and social care after the pandemicEvery part of England to be covered by an integrated care system (ICS), incorporating local NHS bodies, local government and other organisations, together tasked with supporting integration of health and social care.Enhanced “powers of direction” for the government over a newly merged body comprising NHS England and NHS Improvement. Related: Matt Hancock announces shake-up giving ministers m