QNR – Senedd Cymru ar 27 Tachwedd 2019.
Progress with the construction of the new Grange hospital remains on track and on budget and it is due to open on 1 April 2021. It will provide a 470-bed hospital for the population of south-east Wales.
'A Healthier Wales' demonstrates our commitment to the well-being of the health and care workforce across Wales. It will also be at the heart of the workforce strategy that we have commissioned Health Education and Improvement Wales and Social Care Wales to develop by the end of the year.
Recently I launched the allied health professions framework for Wales to support these professions towards the more extensive role in primary and community care envisioned in 'A Healthier Wales'. Health boards are already extending the role of AHPs through their local plans to strengthen primary care.
Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for ensuring any commissioned services from Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust are safe and sustainable for Welsh families. Chief executive officer-led arrangements are in place to assess current improvement plans and any issues of concern.
We recognise that a baby's death is a devastating event for any family. Welsh Government is committed to ensuring the best possible care and support are made available to all bereaved families in Wales.
£22.7 million has been provided to Cwm Taf Morgannwg regional partnership board. The proposal will expand successful pilot projects across Cwm Taf and Bridgend to provide greater choice and independence for individuals, whilst reducing pressure on social care, general surgeries and hospitals.