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In 1997, the Audit Commission surveyed NHS finance directors to get their views on which topics offered the greatest potential for savings through the Commissions value-for-money regime. A study of equipment for older or disabled people came high on their list. This report therefore provides practical advice to trusts about how best to manage expenditure in this area. But this report is about much more than saving money. An effective equipment service provides the gateway to many peoples independence. This report reflects the Commissions commitment to examine services from users and carers perspectives, and is the second in a series of reports with the common theme of promoting independence.

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