Health boards are working through their primary care clusters to implement a transformative model of modern primary care. This model makes prudent use of the time and expertise of GPs and other professionals, delivering timely access for people to the right care and manageable workloads for professionals.  

We have made substantial investment in new integrated health centres in north Wales, including Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llangollen, Flint, Tywyn and Prestatyn. This investment will continue as part of the new pipeline of investment I announced last week, with two further projects to be delivered by 2021.

The European working time directive ensures the health and safety of NHS staff by restricting the number of hours an individual can work and by setting minimum rest requirements for all workers. 

In light of the significant concerns raised on this issue, I established a task and finish group to advise on any further action that should be taken within Wales on the use of mesh implants for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence.  The group will report to me in January 2018.

I expect Powys Teaching Local Health Board to commission hospital services that meet the needs of the people of Powys.  The health board is involved in NHS England’s Future Fit programme so that the health needs of Powys residents accessing services in Shropshire can be taken into account.

The national approach to tackling type 2 diabetes is set out in the diabetes delivery plan for Wales, which was updated in December 2016. This will be supported by the development of the obesity strategy for Wales and the wider approach to encouraging more physical activity and healthier diets.

In light of the significant concerns raised on this issue, I established a task and finish group to advise on any further action that should be taken within Wales on the use of mesh implants for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence.  The group will report to me in January 2018.