NHS England leads the National Health Service (NHS) in England. It sets NHS priorities and direction and encourages and informs the national debate to improve health and care, in order for everyone to have greater control of their health and well-being, and to be supported to live longer, healthier lives through high-quality health and care services. NHS England shares out more than £100 billion in funds and holds organizations accountable for spending this money effectively for patients and efficiently for tax payers.