ESSAY PLAN TITLE Influence of historical developments on the

ESSAY PLAN
TITLE
Influence of historical developments on the establishment of the NHS
INTRODUCTION
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The essay is introduced by a brief description of the origin of the National Health Service. Also
mentioned are the pioneering minds behind its formation as well as the earliest actions that led to
its formation.
BODY
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A comprehensive discussion of the Boer war and its role in the establishment of the NHS. The
main players in the wars are discussed in detail, outlining the health drawbacks facing the British
army.
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A clear association of the Second World War and the establishment of the NHS is outlined. It
vividly explains how the devastating effects of the war led to the need for establishing a health
service to cater for the victims.
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Since the Beveridge report had a significant influence on the establishment of NHS, the
contributions of Sir William Beveridge are clearly documented here. The original layout of the
body is also mentioned outlining its key source of funding.
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These two paragraphs bring into the limelight the various challenges that are faced by NHS.
Since its establishment to date, it has had to maneuver through numerous setbacks as explained.
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With anticipated Britain's exit from the European Union, these paragraphs explain the anticipated
impact on NHS. Also included is a plan by the British Government named ‘The 10-year plan’
that sets course for the NHS.
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Privatization of the NHS has been debated intensely in Britain. Outlined in the paragraph are the
pros and cons of privatization.
CONCLUSION
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This is a concrete overview of the entire paper drawing on key points highlighted all over the
inscription.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
It is the last section containing all the reference materials that were consulted to successfully
write the essay.