To consider the report on Summary of Quality Accounts

The Board heard that although the public consultation was late NHS Torbay have done as much as possible to ensure a good response to the surveys.

The Board heard that 90% of staff who work for safeguarding vulnerable people will receive training at the appropriate level for the role they are in. Concerns were raised about the proportion of staff requiring training and the Board requested clarity that the current staffs are competent in their roles.

The Board heard that obesity was chosen by public and staff as the most important issue in the Bay.

The Board heard that carers will receive better help to avoid vulnerable people going into care/hospital.

The Board were informed that Quality Accounts will be published in April and presented to this Board in May.

Resolved:  that public consultation should start earlier than December in the future.