Issue - meetings

To review minutes of previous meeting.

Item LC5: It was noted from the previous meeting that the PCT discouraged the use of non geographic (084) numbers by general practices in Haringey.  A number of Members had raised concerns with the Chair about the continued use of these non-geographical numbers, particularly the cost to patients who have to access them from non-standard BT lines.  The use of 084 numbers places an unfair burden on patients who only have access to mobile phones (such as those who live in temporary accommodation) as they may incur costly call charges when contacting their GP.  Seven General Practices are known to use such 084 numbers in Haringey.  The Panel felt that the continued use of 084 numbers was unacceptable and that the PCT should continue to discourage their use.

Agreed: The minutes of the meeting held on 17^th July were approved.