Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 13 October 2021.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 24November 2021 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

Councillors and officers were invited to declare any interests they had in any of the items on the agenda for the meeting.

No declarations of interest were made.

To achieve any announcements from the Chair on matters related to the activity of the Board.

The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting and on behalf of the Board: -

·      Thanked officers involved for the organisation of the Health and Care Awards which was attended by a number of colleagues including strategic partners and voluntary sector colleagues and congratulated all nominees and winners of the awards.

·      Encouraged members and colleagues to attend the Fair and Inclusive Stockport Summit which was due to be held remotely on 10th December 2021.

To consider a report of the Cabinet Member for Adult Care & Health.

The report provides an update of the ICS Shadow Board.

The Board is requested to note the report.

Officer contact: Kathryn Rees, Kathryn.rees@stockport.gov.uk

The Cabinet Member for Adult Care & Health submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which provided an update of the Integrated Care System Shadow Board.

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·         In response to a query in relation to Membership of the Board and Healthwatch’s position, it was clarified that Healthwatch had been appointed as a full member of Board.

·         Provided an update in relation to the request for participation on the People and Community Voice working group which had been welcomed by Councillor Governors who had expressed an interest.

·         Agreed to provide regular updates to the Health & Wellbeing Board to offer assurance that the work of the Shadow Locality Board was progressing within appropriate timescales.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted and approved the Terms of Reference of the Shadow Locality Board.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director (Corporate and Support Services) and Deputy Chief Executive.

The report outlines the progress to date and planned next steps in relation to the ongoing development of the outcomes framework

The Board is requested to note and comment on the report.

Officer contact: Craig Hughes, craig.hughes@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director (Corporate and Support Services) and Deputy Chief Executive submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which outlined the progress to date and planned next steps in relation to the ongoing development of the outcomes framework.

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·         Welcomed the draft framework and it was commented that the framework was clear and comprehensive.

·         Noted the link between the Outcomes Framework and the Stockport Local Plan including the work to explore the wider activities that contribute to good health and wellbeing.

·         Suggested that the data collected via the Joint Strategic Needs Assessments was considered within the development of the Framework to identify any gaps.  

·         Commented on the importance of data in shaping services and welcomed ways to better share data with partner organisations.  

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Independent Chair of the Safeguarding Children and the Safeguarding Adults Partnerships.

The report presents the annual reports of the safeguarding partnerships and outlines the work of the partnerships and current trends in safeguarding.

The Board is requested to note the report.

Officer contact: Nuala O'Rourke, Nuala.orourke@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Independent Chair of the Safeguarding Children and the Safeguarding Adults Partnerships submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which presented the annual reports of the safeguarding partnerships and outlined the work of the partnerships and current trends in safeguarding.

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·      Commented on the importance of the wider support from the partnerships to implement the changes.

·      Noted the impact of COVID-19 on the procedures in place for Looked After Children including court backlogs and commended staff for their work to adapt processes in light of these challenges.

·      In response to a question in relation to whether the council had consulted with voluntary sector colleagues to develop training opportunities, it was stated that the council were exploring future prospects and the Clinical Commissioning Group had held GP masterclasses as part of this piece of work.   

·      Requested that the bid for funding be shared with the Chair and other Members of the Board prior to submission for comment and support.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Public Health.

The report provides an update on the proposed refresh of the Stockport Active Communities Strategy.

The Board is requested to endorse and comment on the report.

Officer contact: Russ Boaler, russ.boaler@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Public Health submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which provided an update on the proposed refresh of the Stockport Active Communities Strategy.

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·      Noted the ambitious objectives of the Strategy and welcomed the timeline in order to make the implementation priorities achievable.  

·      Commented on the value of a clear strategy around health and strong engagement. The Board thanked the team for their consultation work throughout the pandemic and welcomed the feedback to shape the Strategy.

·      Welcomed the physical activity programmes and the inclusion of long term intervention that contribute to the achievement of a more active Stockport community.

·      Suggested breaking down the data sets into wards to identify areas of low activity and including the 2021 census data to shape the development of the strategy. In response, it was stated that the once the census data was received there was a programme of works secluded to analyse and develop the baseline of information that the council used.  

·      Welcome future evaluation stories as a result of the strategy to share with partnership organisations to shape how they adopt the initiatives.

RESOLVED – That the report be endorsed.

To consider a report of the Director of Public Health.

The report provides an update with current data on suicides by Stockport residents, progress with the existing 2020 action plan, as well as additional actions set during the pandemic response, and presents actions planned for 2021/2022.

The Board is requested to note the report.

Officer contact: Judith Strobl, Judith.strobl@stockport.gov.uk

The Director of Public Health submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which provided an update of the age-friendly work so far, and an opportunity for partner organisations to refresh the age-friendly ambitions and commitments as a borough.

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·         Welcomed the commitment to an age friendly borough through the Health and Care Plan, the Borough Plan and its associated delivery plans.  

·         Noted the impact of COVID-19 in reference to the over 50 age bracket including isolation, confidence in using public transport and access to communities.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Public Health.

The report provides an update of the age-friendly work so far, and an opportunity for partner organisations to refresh the age-friendly ambitions and commitments as a borough.

The Board is requested to note and comment on the report.

Officer contact: Judith Strobl, Judith.strobl@stockport.gov.uk

The Director of Public Health submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which provided an update on current data on suicides by Stockport residents, progress with the existing 2020 action plan, as well as additional actions set during the pandemic response, and presented actions planned for 2021/2022.

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·         Welcomed the continued work in this area including the range of suicide prevention measures and incorporation within the wider health and wellbeing strategy.

·         In response to a question raised in relation to training opportunities, it was stated that there was a range of suicide prevention training available at different levels which was available to all residents across the borough with people able to access a programme which was most appropriate for them. The training programmes were continuing to be promoted across all communication channels with support from voluntary sector colleagues.

·         Commented on the importance of strong partnership work which had been strengthened by the suicide prevention forum.

·         Welcomed the development of the strategic framework for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy which would be key to supporting residents and understanding the wider determinants of health such as housing and employment.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Executive Nurse and Deputy Accountable Officer, Stockport CCG.

The report outlines the themes, and the improvement work being undertaken to fulfil the requirements of LeDeR Action Plan for 2020-2022.

The Board is requested to note the report and advise when a further update is required.

Officer contact: Anita Rolfe, anitarolfe@nhs.net

The Executive Nurse and Deputy Accountable Officer, Stockport CCG, submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which outlined the themes, and the improvement work being undertaken to fulfil the requirements of LeDeR Action Plan for 2020-2022.

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·         In relation to the accessible information in GP practices priority as part of the Action Plan, it was asked whether it was easier to disseminate information given the larger size and decrease in number of GP practices. In response it was stated that COVID-19 including the vaccination roll out had delayed progress in a number of areas, however improvements had been noted across all practices with some requiring additional support and it was predicted that this would continue to improve through Quarter four.

·         Importance of accountability to the residents that were being supported and how their voice was being incorporated within the development of the Action Plan and Governance Group. In response, Members were advised that a number of active carers sat on the Governance Group that provided challenge and held the work to account.

·         In response to a query in relation to waiting lists and those with an identified learning difficulty, it was stated that a piece of work had been discussed to identify those on the waiting lists with a disability to gain feedback of their experience to improve the customer journey moving forwards.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Integrated Commissioning, NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group.

The report outlines the refreshed Children and Young People (CYP) Local Transformation Plan (LTP).

The Board is requested to comment and agree the report.

Officer contact: Gina Evans, ginaevans@nhs.net

A representative of the Director of Integrated Commissioning, Stockport CCG, submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which outlined the refreshed Children and Young People (CYP) Local Transformation Plan (LTP).

The following comments were made/issues raised: -

·      In response to a question in relation to the number of unaccompanied refugee children and support available, it was stated that there were ten unaccompanied refugee children in Stockport, six of which had been placed through the Government scheme. It was commented that there were other groups of refugees in Stockport including those placed by Circo who were experiencing similar issues. The Board were reassured that the CCG were working with Public Health and Primary Care colleagues to offer specific wrap around support that eased their transition into the community.

·      Welcomed the development of a strong Children and Young People Mental Health Local Transformation Plan and recognised the need to adapt activity based on the COVID-19 response to deliver continued services under difficult circumstances.

·      In response to a question in relation to the limited impact of the introduction of liaison leads in secondary schools and referrals, it was stated other factors had affected referral rates including school disruption due to the lockdown, embedding new working practice and workforce challenges due to COVID-19. It was commented that work was being undertaken to understand and improve current practices.

RESOLVED – That the report be agreed.

To agree the dates of future Health & Wellbeing Board meetings for the 2022/23 municipal year.

RESOLVED – That consideration of this item be deferred to a future meeting of the Board.

RESOLVED - That the best thanks of the Board and best wishes for the future be placed on record, for the work undertaken by the Chief Executive, Pam Smith.