To receive any announcements the Chairman may wish to make.
Minutes:
The Chairman made a number of announcements as follows:
Ukraine
The County Council had expressed its shock and sadness at the unfolding situation and had confirmed publicly that it was ready to play its part in supporting the humanitarian emergency, and to help any new arrivals coming into the county, building on previous resettlement schemes, and past collaborative experience with partners of helping refugees and evacuees from other conflicts.
The Council had also welcomed the Government’s announcement on the launch of the ‘Homes for Ukraine’ scheme and were awaiting further information as to the full nature of the support that may be required to underpin the initiative.? It was expected that this would include providing those fleeing the conflict with help to access public services, schools, public health and other support, including access to trauma counselling.
The Chairman noted that the Leader of the County Council had announced an initial £100,000 in funding to provide any immediate support required by Ukrainians arriving in the county.
In terms of keeping the public well informed, the dedicated pages on the County Council’s website were being regularly updated with information about the steps being taken with partners across Hampshire to support those seeking refuge, and how they were able to help. This also included links to the ‘Homes for Ukraine’ scheme and how to register an interest in supporting individuals, as well as families.
The Board joined with the Chairman in underlining their joint commitment to providing those who may arrive in Hampshire with a safe haven, and any support they may require to manage the impact of this deeply distressing conflict.
Health and Wellbeing Activities for Children & Young People
The Chairman thanked the Health and Wellbeing Board member’s organisations for the collaborative effort in putting on a week of health and wellbeing activities for children and young people in schools in February 2022. The aim for the week had been “To encourage and support children and young people to have a good understanding and relationship with their own physical and mental wellbeing”. The Chairman reported that there had been engagement from a broad range of partners, many of whom were represented on the Health and Wellbeing Board.
JSNA Second Workshop Update
The Chairman noted that the second Joint Strategic Needs Assessment workshop had taken place and had been well attended by colleagues, covering the strategic overview as well as examples of practical use of report sections, datasets and tools.?
ICS Delay Update
The Board heard that progress on the drafting and finalisation of legislation was continuing in Parliament for the creation of integrated care systems (ICSs). From 1st April NHS organisations would move into shadow form ready for the intended implementation of the ICSs for Hampshire and Isle of Wight and Frimley formally from 1st July 2022. The Chairman noted that Lena Samuels was the Chair designate and Maggie MacIsaac the Chief Executive designate for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICS and that Priya Singh was the Chair designate and Fiona Edwards the Chief Executive designate for the Frimley ICS.
Representatives from all organisations were involved in continuing discussions designed to establish structures and governance arrangements. A more detailed update was intended to be provided at the Board’s June meeting.
Health and Wellbeing Board Annual Report 2021-22
The Chairman announced that Board Sponsors would collaborate to bring the Board’s Annual Report to the June Health and Wellbeing Board and noted that it would be received at the July Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment Update
A local steering group had met including representatives from NHS England and Community Pharmacy South Central to review the content and structure of the document. The contractor questionnaire had been issued and responses collated. A draft document would be circulated to NHS England and the County Council’s Public Health Management Team prior to 60 days public consultation period and sign off by the board in the Autumn.
Dying Well Carer’s Network Staff Session
The Chairman also announced that the Carers/Working Parents Staff Network held an End-of-Life Care event this week which had been very well attended and positively received not only by Network members but other colleagues from the County Council.