Decision details

This report provides an overview of the progress with disaggregating the shared public health service, and establishment of two new separate teams.

(a)           That Cabinet recognised and supported the work done to date to disaggregate the shared public health service, following BCP Council’s decision to terminate the agreement in April 2024.

(b)           That Cabinet endorse the decisions set out in appendix A (of the report) that the steering group was proposing to take, recognising the pragmatic approach adopted in order to maintain positive working relationships, financial stability and service provision to residents.

Reason for the decision

To ensure continued provision of efficient, equitable and effective public health services for both councils, in line with the requirements of the Health and Social Care Act 2012.