Unfit: The Covid-19 Crisis and the Future of the NHS

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Reporting from the front lines of the pandemic, celebrated BBC journalist Hugh Pym takes readers on a gripping journey to the heart of the UK's COVID-19 crisis. He unearths shocking revelations about the failings of the British state and the Whitehall machine, shedding light on the consequences of woeful unpreparedness and misguided policies.

This hard-hitting expos draws on untold stories from the corridors of power, providing an insider's perspective on the drama, personalities and critical decision-making processes. Going beyond individual accounts, it presents a comprehensive assessment of the UKs preparedness, lockdown measures and response strategies.

A tale of resilience and devastating consequences, Unfit challenges the very foundations of the UK's response to the pandemic, leaving no stone unturned in its quest for truth. Finally, it looks ahead to ask what is in store for the future of the NHS.

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Hugh Pym was a leading media correspondent and commentator during the COVID-19 pandemic. As BBC Health Editor he covered the key developments and frequently appeared at the virtual Downing Street press conferences, where he questioned ministers and Boris Johnson. He received the Charles Wheeler Award for Outstanding Contribution to Broadcast Journalism in 2020 and in the same year the Voice of the Listener and Viewer Award for Best TV Contributor. He was shortlisted for the London Press Club awards in 2021. He is the co-author of several books on politics and current affairs, including Inside the Banking Crisis (2014).