What is the difference between NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts? - The Mandatory Training Group UK -  The National Health Service (NHS) is a globally recognised beacon of universal, needs‑based healthcare funded from general taxation. Central to its delivery are NHS Trusts and NHS Foundation Trusts (FTs), public organisations providing...

In the UK, “healthcare” and “social care” are two essential yet distinct pillars of support. While both aim to improve people’s lives, they serve very different purposes, involve different professionals, are funded differently, and operate under separate, though increasingly converging systems. Understanding the difference isn’t just an academic exercise; it’s...