title: Laying it on the line.
abstract: THE FIRST NHS foundation trusts were authorised in April 2004 and have grown in number ever since. Indeed, by the end of this year, most acute and mental health care in England will be provided by NHS foundation trusts.
authors.affiliation: Independent regulator of NHS foundation trusts.
authors.forename: William
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Moyes