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The introduction of computerised NHS patient records in England could be hit by more delays, MPs warn.
The Committee on Public Accounts has thrown fresh doubt on a 2015 deadline for the ambitious £12bn project.
Its chairman said that even in trusts already using parts of the system, staff were unimpressed and the cost to the NHS was uncertain.
"Everyone recognises the potential of the programme and is frustrated at the delays, however, we are getting to the point where, having spent so much money both in funding the system and keeping it running, the time is quickly approaching to make tough decisions on what the future of the project should be."
No doubt heading for a £20+ bn piece of shelfware.
The introduction of computerised NHS patient records in England could be hit by more delays, MPs warn.
The Committee on Public Accounts has thrown fresh doubt on a 2015 deadline for the ambitious £12bn project.
Its chairman said that even in trusts already using parts of the system, staff were unimpressed and the cost to the NHS was uncertain.
"Everyone recognises the potential of the programme and is frustrated at the delays, however, we are getting to the point where, having spent so much money both in funding the system and keeping it running, the time is quickly approaching to make tough decisions on what the future of the project should be."
No doubt heading for a £20+ bn piece of shelfware.
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