Agenda and minutes

There were no substitutions.

There were no declarations of disclosable pecuniary interests and personal or personal and prejudicial interests.  No whip was declared.

Resolved - That the minutes of the meeting of this panel held on 26 November 2021, having been printed and circulated amongst the members, be taken as read and correctly recorded and be signed by the Chairman.

There were no requests received.

The Chairman summarised the position regarding nosocomial infections at Northern Lincolnshire & Goole NHS Foundation Trust, following discussions with Trust representatives. Members discussed the situation in some depth, commenting on the Duty of Candour and lessons learned.

Resolved – That an appropriate letter from the Chairman be sent to the Trust Chief Executive and others, thanking them for their candour, stating the need for a named contact for any families affected by nosocomial infections, and highlighting the vital need for long-term support for those who have lost friends and relatives, and those suffering from long covid symptoms.

The Chairman highlighted a recent communication from the Cancer Alliance regarding regional breast oncology, including non-surgical oncology services.

Resolved – That the briefing be noted.

The Panel discussed and agreed their work programme for the remainder of the 2021/22 municipal year.

Resolved – That the work programme be agreed.

There was no Added Item for consideration at the meeting.

There were no urgent or additional items for discussion at the meeting.