Issue - meetings

This report and associated documents provides;

·       An update on the development of the BCP Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy for the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area

·       An updated draft of the BCP Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy (version 2) for public consultation

·       A draft Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) Forward Plan for 2026 and 2027 for additional comments

The Director of Public Health and Communities 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 'D' to these Minutes in the Minute Book.

1.    This report and associated documents provides;

·     An update on the development of the BCP Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy for the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area

·     An updated draft of the BCP Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy (version 2) for public consultation

·     A draft Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) Forward Plan for 2026 and 2027 for additional comments

The Board discussed the report, including:

·      A Board Member supported the updated draft of the health and well-being strategy and noted its usefulness, however raised concerns about the consultation process and the need for a clear press release was emphasised.

·      The formal consultation included use of a new digital platform, to engage with registered residents, and outreach to key stakeholders.  It was also confirmed that involvement of trusted voices and community champions to gather feedback through multiple channels would be used and not limited to online forms.

·      The Chair highlighted the consultation as an opportunity to raise awareness of the Council’s role in health and well-being and to promote positive engagement.

RESOLVED that the Board:

·      Note the progress made to date with the development of the draft Strategy.

·      Approve the draft Strategy for public consultation.

·      Note a new requirement to develop a Neighbourhood Health Plan by the end of March 2026.

·       Note the suggested priority topics for the BCP Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) Forward Plan and provide any additional comments.

Voting: Nem. Con.