NHS England Chief Amanda Pritchard Resigns Following Leadership Criticism

Pritchard steps down as NHS faces reforms, job cuts, and mounting pressure to address backlogs and inefficiencies.

Amanda Pritchard has announced her resignation as NHS England's chief executive after three and a half years in the role, citing the need for new leadership to implement the government's 10-year health plan.
Her departure follows public criticism from two parliamentary committees, which accused NHS leadership of complacency and a lack of urgency in addressing systemic challenges.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting denied asking Pritchard to resign, praising her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and expressing support for her decision to step down voluntarily.
Jim Mackey, current CEO of Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, will serve as interim chief executive starting in April, with speculation he may take on the role permanently.
The government has announced plans for significant NHS reforms, including 2,000 job cuts and a push for closer collaboration between NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care to improve efficiency and accountability.