HistoryExtra podcast Why Britain fell in love with the NHS
Jul 4, 2023
Andrew Seaton, author of 'Our NHS: A History of Britain's Best Loved Institution', discusses the creation and survival of the NHS, exploring its early reception and efforts to gain public support. He highlights the role of key political figures and advocates, as well as the institution's adaptability to social changes and the impact of social democracy on its decline.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Establishment of the NHS
03:01 • 6min
Advantages of Government Coordination in Healthcare System and Key Political Figures
08:39 • 2min
The Advocates and Supporters of the NHS in Britain
10:49 • 4min
The Initial Reception of the NHS and Efforts to Gain Public Support
14:51 • 6min
The NHS's Adaptability and Reflexivity
21:13 • 22min
The Decline of Social Democracy and the Impact on the NHS
43:42 • 4min