The Chair introduced the report summarising the findings of the Scrutiny Review on Community Health Assets for the Health Scrutiny Panel, which highlighted a number of recommendations to be put before Overview and Scrutiny Committee for their consideration and referral on to Cabinet for agreement.  She commented that a revised copy of the report had been circulated at the meeting.

The Chair indicated that the review had taken place in the St Paul’s way area and assets had been found to be significantly faith-based.  The report recommendations were aimed at linking housing issues with social behaviour, health and wellbeing and how to tackle poverty.  Faith organisations could act as translators and facilitators for local groups to contribute to promoting health and welfare.

After discussion, the Panel –

RESOLVED

That the report of the Scrutiny Review of Community Health Assets be submitted to the Overview and Scrutiny Committee for their consideration and referral to Cabinet.