Source · Select Committees · Health and Social Care Committee
Recommendation 10
10
The national health and care recovery plan must set out a clear vision for what...
Conclusion
The national health and care recovery plan must set out a clear vision for what ‘success’ in tackling the backlog will look like, and what patients can expect their care to look like in their local area in the coming years. The plan must include minimum expectations for ICBs in managing waiting lists actively and communicating with patients awaiting planned care. The Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England and local ICBs must share responsibility for communicating the ‘offer’ to the wider public, considering the “social backlog” facing many members of the public. We request the Department of Health and Social Care to report back to us on how this will be delivered. (Paragraph 66) 36 Clearing the backlog caused by the pandemic
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
Accept in principle. NHS England is responsible for setting out a clear vision for what ‘success’ in tackling the elective backlog will look like, and what patients can expect their care to look like in their local area in the coming years. NHS England are working to ensure that patients are communicated with effectively whilst awaiting planned care, and that Integrated Care Systems are actively managing waiting lists. The Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England and local Integrated Care Boards must share responsibility for communicating the ‘offer’ to the wider population, to help patients make informed decisions about their care.