Issue - meetings

David Thorpe presented the paper exploring the options and funds required to deliver the 0-19yrs service (comprising the Health Visiting and School Nursing Services). The Board discussed the report and noted the increased demand without the capacity to meet it. A collaborative approach was required to explore financial options and take it to the next stage. It was noted that the investment set out in the paper met current levels but did not address future proofing.

The Board supported the case for change in principle, noting the need for further work to explore the total funding required, the potential split of funding between partners and its phasing and governance, and to ensure any additional funding is aligned to exploring all transformational programmes required and to ensure it is positioned properly in the wider direction of travel for the service (in relation to family hubs and the model of neighbourhood working)

The Locality Board

Supported the case for change in principle  and noted the need for further work regarding the funding required, the source of potential funding, and the governance of the decision.