Royal Brompton loses on appeal - will this help the NHS rationalise its services?

Yesterday, the Court of Appeal issued its long-awaited judgment on a case that has huge implications for the NHS and much significance for every other public body as well. Royal Brompton lost; the original decision was overturned, and whilst not exactly a surprise, the judgment is full of important signals for those engaged in public consultations. In this Audioboo, Rhion Jones discusses some of the salient points and considers whether this will now give a green light to more NHS rationalisations or closures. His conclusion? ... can be heard on the Audioboo!!