Hampshire County Council

Social Services Committee Item 16

30 July 2001

Scrutiny and Health : A New Role for Councillors - Seminar 20 September, 2001

Report of the Chief Executive

Contact: David Pryke. Ext: 7342

1. Summary

1.1. Following the enactment of the Health and social Care Act the Local Government Information Unit (LGIU) has arranged a seminar to consider the implications of the health scrutiny role which has great potential to develop integrated health strategies as part of the new power of community well-being.

1.2. The seminar will take place in London on Thursday 20 September 2001.

1.3. The seminar will provide an opportunity to discuss:

· Practical models and policy issues


· How to develop health expertise


· How to involve health service users


· How to support local independent patient advocacy services


· How the power will work in two-tier areas and in relation to geographical boundaries

1.4. The cost of the seminar is £58.75 including VAT per delegate.

2. As places on the seminar are limited the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Chairman, has booked a place on the Seminar for Councillor Felicity Hindson.

RECOMMENDATION:

That:-

(a) The Chief Executive's actions in booking a place for Councillor Felicity Hindson to attend the LGIU seminar Scrutiny and Health : A New role for Councillors on 20 September 2001 be approved.

(b) Consideration be given to the appointment of other members to attend the seminar if places are available.

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