It is bizarre to comment on some of the criticisms levelled at NHS and it's workers. I don't see having a jaundiced view is anything other than a jaundiced (viewed with jealousy, envy or resentment) view. It would appear that some have a view of the NHS that is over critical whereas others, including many on here, recognise it is in no way perfect, nor are the human beings who work in it; but are very supportive of the organisation and it's staff.
I've had a variety of problems, some more serious than others, in the last few years and each one could have put a spanner in the works as regards going out for a walk, either local or out hiking in the countryside. So my hiking experiences are just that, walking and hiking which I couldn't have continued without the NHS.
Like any other public service, it is asked to achieve impossible targets and to do it on the cheap as well.