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further restructuring took place in 1982. Through the 1970s and 1980s it became obvious the NHS would never have the resources necessary to provide unlimited access to the latest medical treatment to everyone, particularly in the ageing population. In 1990, the National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990 introduced what was known as an "internal market" by which the Health Authorities "purchased" health care from hospitals owned by themselves or other authorities. Certain GPs became "fund holders" and could purchase care for their patients directly.

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