To investigate what data are available on the National Health Service (NHS) experience of children and young people (0-24 years), and how their experience compares with that of older patients. DESIGN AND DATA SELECTION: Review of 38 national surveys undertaken or planned between 2001 and 2011, identified by the Department of Health (2010). Detailed analysis performed on the most recent completed surveys covering primary, inpatient and emergency care, and children's services
