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Our plans to tackle the Covid-19 backlog

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Sajid Javid speaks with an NHS staff member

No institution has felt the burden of the Covid-19 pandemic more than the NHS, writes Health Secretary, Sajid Javid. Through our plans for elective recovery, we will make sure that you have the support and investment you need, now and in the future.

Tackling the NHS backlog and giving colleagues what they need

Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Sajid Javid visits St Mary's Hospital, London

The £6 billion injection of funding announced in October's Spending Review and Budget reflects our commitment to helping the NHS battle the backlog and providing much-need support to NHS staff and patients, writes Health Secretary Sajid Javid.