What steps is the Welsh Government taking in conjunction with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in response to the independent report into vascular services by the Royal College of Surgeons?
We were pleased Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board asked the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) to undertake this external review of the vascular service. We have noted the findings and recommendations of the recent invited review report.
The Health Board had already established a Task and Finish group to oversee implementation of the recommendations from its own internal review and we understand that work programme has been reviewed and updated in light of the RCS recommendations.
We expect the Health Board to have appropriate referral pathways in place so all patients can access treatment and support. We will continue to monitor the Health Board’s progress in implementing the RCS recommendations.