The Health Minister is encouraging everyone to take the
opportunity to respond to the ongoing consultation on the
reconfiguration framework for hospitals.
The consultation on “Hospitals – Creating a Network for Better
Outcomes” was launched on 2 October.
A series of public events are being planned across Northern
Ireland to offer more information about the proposals, answer
questions, and encourage participation in the consultation
process. There will be events in each of the five Health and
Social Care Trust areas, as well as online sessions for those who
prefer to engage virtually.
Health Minister said: “The purpose of this
framework is to provide greater clarity and help move reform to a
new phase. It describes both why and how we will reconfigure
hospital services, what the reconfigured acute hospital network
will look like, where services are already reconfigured, and sets
the framework for future service reviews, indicating when those
reviews are planned.
“Engagement with communities, the health and social care
workforce, and society as a whole is essential.
“Reconfiguration is not about cutting costs or closing hospitals.
It's about managing change in a controlled way to deliver better
outcomes for patients and staff. By working together, we can
create a network of care that meets the needs of everyone in
Northern Ireland.
“We invite everyone to share their views and feedback on the
proposals. Your input is crucial as we shape the future of our
hospital network.”
The first event will be held in in the South Eastern Health and
Social Care Trust area on 17 December. Information on events in
other Trust areas, to be held in the new year, will be issued by
the Department of Health and Trusts in due course.
Details on how to register can be found below:
Please view the consultation details and complete the
questionnaire online at https://consultations2.nidirect.gov.uk/doh-1/hospitals-creating-a-network-for-better-outcomes/
or share your views via email at rebuildinghsc.services@health-ni.gov.uk
