Building and strengthening partnerships between local authorities and LINks to prepare for Local HealthWatch
Making relationships work:
Las (Local Authorities) will have the duty to commission and provide government funding for LHW (Local HealthWatch) as well as wider duties to provide a range of services
LAs will be supportive of Local HealthWatch organisations setting their priorities based upon information and intelligence gathered on local health and social care, supporting the independence of LHW
Working collaboratively will be key to ensure the local patient and public voice is heard from the community and its diverse people
Building effective relationships that support LHW to be a 'critical friend' on the local health and wellbeing board. Scrutinising health and social care services, which will help local authorities to fulfil their duty to involve users and the public
Working together through the difficulties and challenges will be part of the journey of growth for local decision making and local voice.