Council concerned over health board Inverness link 3/6/08
News that moves to twin mainland Health Authorities with the three island Health Boards are causing some concerns with Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Members.
Vice Convener, Angus Campbell, said: “The news about these proposed new twinning arrangements pose questions about the Joint Services agenda which the Comhairle and NHS Western Isles are presently following.
“We anticipated closer integration of services with the Health Board rather than the Health Board strengthening ties with mainland Health Authorities.
“The Comhairle is committed to working closely with the NHS Western Isles to deliver high quality services to the people of our Islands.
“There is still residual fear in some quarters about the long term future of Island Health Authorities and this proposed development only creates further uncertainty.
“The long term aims of both organisations are to have effective joint service provision within the Islands to ensure the best use of resources and services and retain maximum employment within the area”.
