Nicola Sturgeon: NHS founding principles ‘not up for discussion’

The video discusses the National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland, emphasizing its foundational principles of being a universal service, free at the point of need, and publicly funded. It highlights the role of democratically elected governments in setting NHS policy and the challenges faced by the NHS post-pandemic. The video also compares NHS performance and funding in Scotland to other parts of the UK, noting higher staffing levels and better performance in Scotland. The importance of addressing challenges while adhering to core principles is stressed.

What is the basis for policy decisions regarding the NHS in Scotland?

• Decisions are made by international health organizations.

• Decisions are made by democratically elected governments.

• Decisions are made by NHS chief executives.

• Decisions are made by public opinion polls.

What are the founding principles of the NHS in Scotland?

• A universal service, free at the point of need.

• A service based on private insurance.

• A service funded by international donations.

• A service with mandatory fees for all.

Since when has the SNP government been reinforcing the NHS principles?

• Since 1999

• Since 2007

• Since 2015

• Since 2020

How does the NHS in Scotland compare to other parts of the UK in terms of funding?

• It has the same level of funding.

• It relies on private funding.

• It has proportionately lower funding.

• It has proportionately higher funding.

What is the commitment of the Scottish government towards the NHS?

• To eliminate free services.

• To reduce funding for the NHS.

• To support the NHS within its established principles.

• To privatize the NHS services.