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The upcoming national introduction of ICBs provides the opportunity for local integration and innovation.
Conclusion
The upcoming national introduction of ICBs provides the opportunity for local integration and innovation. This opportunity must not be wasted, particularly in the context of the backlog. There must be clear incentives for ICBs to deliver integrated and innovative care, with ICSs held accountable for the care they deliver.
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Government Response
Acknowledged
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Government agrees on the importance of ICBs delivering integrated and innovative care, and that ICSs are held accountable for the care they deliver. The Health and Care Act 2022 places duties on ICBs to promote integration and reduce health inequalities. NHS England will hold ICBs to account for delivering these duties. To ensure that ICBs are incentivised to deliver integrated and innovative care, NHS England will be publishing guidance on how ICBs will be assessed.
Source
Committee
Health and Social Care Committee
Report
Ninth report - Clearing the backlog caused by the pandemic
06 Jan 2022
HC 599
Addressee Bodies
Department of Health and Social Care
Timeline
Recommendation age
4.4 yrs
Report published
06 Jan 2022