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NHS Overview 23 – Stephen Boyle, Auditor General
Growing demand and increased costs have added to the pressure on Scotland’s NHS.
That pressure is impacting both on patients and staff.
And without change, health spending will consume an ever-bigger chunk of Scotland's budget, and that means less money for other public services.
Investing in measures that address the causes of ill-health is now vital.
And that needs to be part of a clear national strategy - led by Scottish ministers - for the future delivery of healthcare.
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