A new book offers a powerful family perspective on the revolutionary introduction of a national health service. Reviewed by Amanda Kendal.
NHS 70

The NHS saved my life – that’s a debt I can never repay. But today, and everyday, I will fight to protect this most special institution and the people working within it. I know that you will all do the same.

Thousands of people marched through central London to celebrate the 70th birthday of the NHS, and show that they’re willing to fight for it