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28 July 2000

Local Government Act 2000

The Act established new powers for local authorities to improve the social, environmental and economic wellbeing of their area.

29 August 2000

'A quality strategy for social care'

The government set out actions to improve working practices, local management and training in social care, and introduced the idea of a Social Care Institute for Excellence.

1 October 2000

BSE outbreak: inquiry report

The report of an inquiry into the emergence of – and response to – BSE in cattle and vCJD in humans criticised the way the government handled the crisis.

2001–03

New Labour's 'choice' agenda

Labour focused on expanding choice for NHS patients, introducing the concept of 'foundation hospitals' for top performing trusts and several 'choice' pilots.

30 January 2001

'Redfern report' into the retention of organs at Alder Hey

The report of the Royal Liverpool Children's inquiry made recommendations relating to the system of retaining organs and obtaining consent.

10 March 2001

National service framework for older people

The framework outlined eight standards to govern older people's services, including eliminating age discrimination and promoting person-centred care.

19 March 2001

Health Select Committee report on public health

The committee found that there were blurred lines between health and local government regarding public health responsibilities.

28 March 2001

'Valuing people - a new strategy for learning disability for the 21st century' white paper

The white paper set out a cross-government statement on learning disabilities, but limited additional resources were a barrier to implementation.

1 April 2001

National Clinical Assessment Authority

The purpose of this special health authority was to help NHS trusts to identify issues with doctors.

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