Issue - meetings

This report and associated documents provides;

·       An update on the progress towards the development of the Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy for the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area

·       A draft strategy for comments and considerations from the Board

·       Proposals for further stakeholder engagement on the strategy prior to finalisation

The Director of Public Health & Communities, Deputy Director of Modernisation & Place, NHS Dorset and Head of Communities, Partnerships and Community Safety presented a report, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member and a copy of which appears as Appendix 'E' to these Minutes in the Minute Book.

The report and associated documents provided an update on the progress towards the development of the Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy for the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area, a draft strategy for comments and considerations from the Board and proposals for further stakeholder engagement on the strategy prior to finalisation.

The Board discussed the Strategy, including:

·       Members noted the timeliness of the draft strategy and acknowledged the absence of a timeline initially, which was later included.

·       It was emphasised that a workshop and co-production were essential due to significant changes across the NHS and broader systems.

·       The strategy was recognised as critical for guiding the Health and Wellbeing Board's role in future neighbourhood plans and collaborative working.

·       The importance of sense-checking the strategy through the upcoming workshop was reiterated.

·       The draft was generally well received, with minimal additional comments due to prior feedback opportunities.

·       Members supported the principle of co-production and appreciated the inclusion of complementary current strategies.

·       It was agreed that the strategy must remain flexible to adapt to evolving strategic directions.

·       Support was expressed for the Poverty Truth Commission and its principles, acknowledging their relevance to the strategy.

·       Members endorsed the draft strategy’s ability to reflect broader systemic changes, including the national 10-year health plan.

·       The previous workshop on health inequalities and access was referenced as a valuable foundation for ongoing strategy development.

·       It was noted that not all Board Members were aware of the proposed date for the workshop and the Director of Public Health advised that he would ensure all members were given the details.  ACTION.

RESOLVED that the Board:

1.    Note the progress made to date with the development of the draft strategy and approve further engagement with stakeholders.

2.     Approve that the Strategy comes back to the Health & Wellbeing Board in January 2026 for approval.

Voting: Nem. Con.