THE Archbishop of Canterbury-elect, the Rt Revd Sarah Mullally, has paid tribute to overworked NHS staff in a New Year message which celebrates the connections between the NHS and Christian faith. “As a former nurse, good healthcare is incredibly important to me,” she said. She had been “driven by her deep Christian faith and commitment to care”, Bishop Mullally said (Books, 23 April 2010). Happy New Year.”The former Chief Nursing Officer’s message was delivered during challenging times for the NHS, with public satisfaction with the service at a record low. Echoing Bishop Mullally’s analysis, Lord Darzi warned: “too many people end up in hospital, because too little is spent in the community.”

Source: The Times January 01, 2026 00:05 UTC