Barclay, strikes, and eye-catching appointments
This week we bring you our reaction to Steve Barclay\u2019s first major speech since returning as health and social care secretary, during which HSJ questioned him about his view on NHS funding.
\nMr Barclay struck a more conciliatory tone than in the past, but he dismissed the health unions\u2019 pay asks as \u201cnot realistic\u201d. We also discuss the difficult decisions some trusts leaders could face in the coming weeks if staff go on strike, and two important appointments for NHS England\u2019s leadership team.