Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Services

QNR – in the Senedd on 23 May 2018.

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Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary make a statement on the work of the NHS counter-fraud service?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

The Welsh Government has adopted a zero tolerance of fraud, bribery and corruption in NHS Wales, which is unacceptable, as it takes away vital resources intended for the provision of high-quality patient care.

Photo of Dawn Bowden Dawn Bowden Labour

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary make a statement on services for mesothelioma patients in Wales?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

The Welsh Government expects people affected by mesothelioma to receive appropriate treatment and support from the NHS in Wales. This includes support to participate in clinical trials of new treatments.

Photo of Paul Davies Paul Davies Conservative

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary make a statement on the future of health services in Pembrokeshire?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

Hywel Dda university health board is currently consulting on its proposals to transform community and hospital services in mid and west Wales, including Pembrokeshire. I encourage everyone with an interest to engage in the consultation and have their say in helping to shape future services for the region.

Photo of Suzy Davies Suzy Davies Conservative

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary provide an update on the number of hospital beds available in the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board area?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

I have made it clear the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Local Health Board must continue to manage local capacity in all settings and ensure that the local emergency system is flexible in responding to peaks in demand, such as those experienced over the busy winter months.

Photo of Adam Price Adam Price Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What discussions has the Cabinet Secretary had with local authority leaders regarding the integration of health and social care services?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

A seamless, integrated service is at the heart of how we improve well-being. The Minister for Children, Older People and Social Care and I have set out expectations for timing and progress with local government leaders, cabinet members, the Welsh Local Government Association council and health board leaders to support the implementation of the parliamentary review recommendations.

Photo of Vikki Howells Vikki Howells Labour

(Translated) How is the Welsh Government working to break the link between poverty and poor health?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

Improving health for everyone, especially those in poverty, is a central ambition of 'Prosperity for All'. We are prioritising actions to both tackle the root causes of poverty and target support for people within the most deprived areas of Wales. We are also focused on improving access to healthcare and addressing unhealthy behaviours.

Photo of Mark Isherwood Mark Isherwood Conservative

(Translated) What is the Welsh Government doing to deliver healthcare for the armed forces community?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

As part of 'Taking Wales Forward 2016-2021' we have committed to provide support and services to veterans and serving personnel in line with our armed forces covenant. We will ensure our veterans continue to receive healthcare that meets their needs and maintain the valuable national Veterans NHS Wales service.

Photo of Mark Isherwood Mark Isherwood Conservative

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary make a statement on the quality of care provided by the NHS?

Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour

The NHS in Wales is committed to providing the highest quality healthcare, continually improving its services in order to achieve the best outcomes for the people of Wales. When things go wrong we require a full and transparent investigation to ensure learning for improvement.