Innovation in capital funding by public hospitals during austerity: Evidence from the English National Health Service

Key Points

• Public hospitals adopted innovative capital funding strategies amid austerity conditions, improving financial resilience.
• Key findings include increased investment in healthcare infrastructure, with a focus on cost-effective solutions.
• Analysis of capital funding practices from the English National Health Service highlights variability across regions.
• These trends suggest that innovative financing may support future healthcare delivery, addressing budget constraints.