The Chair introduced her report that set out the process of developing and managing the scrutiny work programme for the Municipal Year. The report informed Adult Care and Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee, in cooperation with the other three Overview and Scrutiny Committees, was responsible for proposing and delivering an annual scrutiny work programme.

The Chair highlighted a number of key points pertinent to her report, namely:

• that work would continue on two task and finish groups as described in the report (Respite Services task and finish group; and Continuing HealthCare task and finish group); and

• a Spotlight session was to be held on Thursday 12 October when Simon Banks (Chief Officer, Wirral CCG) was scheduled to lead a discussion on the structure of the NHS, the implications of national policy, current local challenges and future priorities.

Resolved – That the proposed Adult Care and Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee Work Programme for 2017/18 be approved.