Morality not Markets: A Manifesto for the NHS; Response to Pollock, Frith, and Cox

Abstract

We would like to thank Pollock (1), Frith (2) and Cox (3) for their interesting analyses and suggestions on our article “Morality and markets in the NHS”. A number of important themes arise: the lack of either practicality or morality of a healthcare market or privatisation; the need for values to be supported (where possible) by legislation; and the crucial importance of humanity and compassion in healthcare.

Keywords

• National Health Service (NHS)
• Marketplace
• Morality