What progress has the Welsh Government made in drafting the legislation to place regional partnership boards on a statutory footing, as outlined in the Welsh Government's 100 day plan?
To support delivery of this commitment, Ministers have commissioned an independent review of the legislative and structural arrangements supporting health and social care integration in Wales. This review will inform decisions on next steps.
It will assess the maturity and impact of current integration arrangements in Wales, including the role of Regional Partnership Boards. It will also consider comparative approaches from across the UK and relevant international models.
The report, which will be completed within the first 100 days of this Government, will set out evidence-based options for Ministers' consideration, including options for legislation. Further engagement with system leaders, stakeholders and people with lived experience will take place over the Autumn to inform the scope and development of proposals for further action.
This approach seeks to build transparency and consensus around the change needed to strengthen health and social care integration in Wales.