'Big, bold and ambitious' targets included in NHS recovery plan, says Javid

The transcript discusses the importance of having ambitious yet sensible targets for the NHS, supported by the government. It highlights the NHS's plan and the potential drawbacks of having too many targets, which could hinder progress.

Why is it important for the NHS to have targets?

• To ensure they are always busy

• To reduce government spending

• To have ambitious yet achievable goals

• To compete with private healthcare

How should NHS targets be characterized?

• Vague and undefined

• Ambitious but achievable

• Easy and simple

• Numerous and complex

What is the role of the government in the NHS plan?

• To reduce the number of targets

• To privatize the NHS

• To provide full support and investment

• To criticize the NHS

What is the main focus of the NHS plan mentioned?

• To reduce the number of doctors

• To eliminate all targets

• To publish a plan with government backing

• To increase the number of hospitals

What could be a problem with having too many targets for the NHS?

• It could lead to more funding

• It would increase patient satisfaction

• It might hold the NHS back

• It would improve efficiency