It doesn't sound legal, but then again, none of the reforms were in the manifestos of either party, which shouldn't be legal, IMO. But it's the government, a legal challenge would take too long, compared to stopping the bill being enacted.
There'll be a chance to demonstrate against Lansley's cuts to the NHS (which will be implemented by GPs, whether they like it or not) on Tuesday evening, 17th May: www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=204132966274030
It'd be great if anyone from mumsnet wants to talk at the demo. For example, about the effect that handing maternity or child services to 'any willing provider' is likely to have, or any grievances you may have about cuts to child benefit, while tax money will be channelled to private healthcare under these proposals.
Contact jim fagin on 07914 529959 or email [email protected] if you'd like to talk. Or else just come support us. We already have GPs, nurses, OTs, consultants, support workers, students, pensioners and MPs lined up. Please lend your voice, we want real people involved.