Major Conditions Strategy: A case for change and strategic framework

The Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) published an interim case for change and strategic framework as part of the Major Conditions Strategy on 14 August 2023. The document sets out the evidence underpinning the strategy and provides an overview of initial plans for action over the next five years. The full strategy document is expected to be published in early 2024, following analysis of responses to DHSC’s call for evidence, which closed on 12 July 2023, and further consultation with stakeholders. The strategy is relevant to England only.

This briefing provides an overview of the case for change and strategic framework, the key areas of focus for the final strategy and our view. NHS Providers submitted a written response to the call for evidence in June 2023 and have met regularly with colleagues at DHSC and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities to discuss the development of the strategy.