NHS White Papers seem to fall into two categories. First, landmark ones that signal major change of direction and upheaval (can you remember where you were when you heard about the 1989 Thatcher reforms, the 1997 Blair post-election plan for the NHS, or the 2010 Lansley-Cameron debacle?) Second, the more bureaucratic and perhaps less exciting plans, such as the 1987 Promoting Better Health paper, or the 1996 Choice and Opportunity plans for GP, pharmacy and dental contracts.
A public consultation published today reveals overwhelming support for plans that will secure the future of the National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure.