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arm's length body

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arm’s length body

A generic term for bureaucracy-heavy bodies that operate under the aegis of the NHS (UK). These bodies include non-departmental public bodies, executive agencies, and Special Health Authorities.

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Blood Transfusion Service
Health Development Agency
National Patient Safety Agency
NHS Information Authority
NHS National Services Scotland
NHS University
PMETB
Special Health Board

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