|
|
This is the Bristol Keep Our NHS Public group. The aim of this site is to keep both the public and fellow health workers in and around the Bristol area up to date with what is going on in the NHS. We are a group of individuals who are concerned about the changes that are happening within the NHS and the way that it is being turned into a market place and privatised. We are affiliated to the national Keep Our NHS Public campaign www.keepournhspublic.com most of us work in the NHS and can see at first hand how these changes are affecting patients and staff. We, together with other like minded groups and organisations are trying to challenge the current ideological thinking that is driving the changes in the health service, on the grounds that they are detrimental to the public interest, will cost the taxpayer more in the long term and will benefit primarily those who have the money to invest and expect a financial return from the NHS.
Local Campaigns-what you can do To keep in touch and receive regular copies of this Newsletter please leave a name and contact number on email. The newsletter is also posted on the what's new page. There is a CD available of the speeches made at the Keep Our NHS Public meeting in Bristol on 30th September 2005. Excellent explanations of the situation, why it matters and some ideas about what we can do to try and change the current situation. £2 for local campaign funds.
Lobby M.P.s Several campaign supporters have already visited their Member of Parliament and are continuing to press them on their views about NHS privatisation. Join the local contingent if you can. For more information email: bkonp@btinternet.com
Ask your union to support Several local union branches have backed the local activities and affiliated to the national campaign. An excellent colour leaflet explains the national campaign and gives affiliation details. To request some copies, email: bkonp@btinternet.com Spread the Word Many campaign supporters are encouraging their friends and colleagues to sign up to a national statement, available on the national website www.keepournhspublic.com
e-mail at bkonp@btinternet.com Local www.bristol-KeepOurNHSPublic.co.uk National www.KeepOurNHSPublic.com
|