The leadership hopeful said that centralising power 'is not going to fix the problem'
She added: “Rather than creating something that’s massive and doesn’t necessarily solve the core problems, I think it’s almost simpler than that, which is how do we ensure that there is that universal standard of care across Scotland? And how do we ensure that it’s not a postcode lottery?
Ms Forbes also she would consider calling an independent inquiry – to include senior NHS staff including those on the front lines – to look at the future of the health service.
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