As a Health Board we are committed to working with our people at every stage as we know there is much to learn from different people’s perspectives. Following a thorough process ensures that we have considered as many ideas and options as we can. This helps us to deliver solutions that a fit for purpose for the future.
One of the main risks to engagement and/or consultation on potential changes to services is that the process may be subject to review by the courts (judicial review). There are several previous cases where courts found bodies did not carry out a lawful consultation process. This can mean that change is delayed or cannot happen, can be costly, and can negatively affect public confidence in a public body.