Hornsey Hospital Update
Presentation from the PCT
Minutes:
Councillor Davies declared a personal interest in respect of this item on account of him being an employee of the Healthcare Commission.
Helen Brown of the Primary Care Trust provided to the committee an update on current developments in relation to the Hornsey Hospital project.
The committee learned that preliminary work on the site was already taking place, with an estimated completion date of March 2009. A newsletter was currently being worked on , with the intention to liaise with the Council on its distribution.
Members raised concerns on the breaking up of the GP networks, particularly in relation to the transport for those attending the polyclinics. The PCT stated that they recognised that transport was a concern, and that work would be done on this topic, with input from the Council welcomed.
In terms of further forums available for dialogue between the PCT and relevant groups as the project progressed, the PCT stated that they were in the process of making links with the appropriate bodies. The HSP and the Well-Being Partnership Board were also suggested as forums for engagement.
RESOLVED:
1. That the Hornsey Hospital Communications Strategy be brought before a future meeting of the committee upon its completion.
2. That the update be noted.