title: Effective leadership is essential if we are to drive up standards.
abstract: Leadership is crucial to the successful running of any team and department. Effective leaders and leadership will be essential for all staff in the NHS if we are to deliver on the quality agenda and drive up standards, especially at a time of cutbacks.
authors.affiliation: A&E, Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport.
authors.forename: Sara
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Garland