Issue - meetings

The group gave consideration to a report which outlined the background and provided information on the recent changes to the Locality Planning Group arrangements, which saw the nine locality planning group model dissolved in favour of a four locality planning group model.  This was formally agreed by the Argyll and Bute Integrated Joint Board in October 2018 and it is hoped that the new model will be operational in June 2019. 

Discussion took place in respect of representation on the newly formed groups, with concern being expressed particularly in relation to the islands.  The Chair, Mr Buntin outlined the ways in which the Mid Argyll contingents proposed to work with the new arrangements.  Further concern was raised as to whether the IJB would take cognisance of unofficial Health Forums.  The Health Improvement Principal Officer outlined the legislation and guidance from the Scottish Government and advised that these were Locality Planning Groups and not engagement groups.  Ms McGrory further advised of the ongoing discussions taking place with the Third Sector Interface to ensure appropriate representation on the groups, and advised that representation from the three communities within the MAKI locality was being sought.  

The Area Committee Manager asked for information on the selection process for the new LPG’s to be provided and circulated to the wider group. 

Decision:

The Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands Area Community Planning Group agreed to:-

1.    note the information provided; and

2.    feedback the comments and concerns of the group to the CPP Management Committee for consideration.   

(Ref:  Report by Associate Director of Public Health, Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership, dated 1 May 2019, submitted.)