Thanks for providing this opportunity to support the NHS. I suffered a mild stroke back in 2006 and received excellent treatment at our local NHS hospital. Sadly, most people are unaware of the creeping threat to Britain’s most cherished institution. Many patients believe it’s wonderful when their operation is carried out at some brand-spanking new private hospital like our local Nuffield, or that they are entitled to treatment via BUPA through work-related schemes. For some time now, the NHS has been undermined and its achievements downplayed. It is essential that we do all in our power to prevent its further erosion. I have written to my local PCT requesting information of the extent of private involvement locally.