The Place Director (Wirral), NHS Cheshire and Merseyside presented his report which was an update on the development of Wirral as a “place” within the Integrated Care System (ICS) and of the working arrangements of NHS Cheshire and Merseyside in the borough.

Members queried the forecast overspend and requested more details. It was explained that it was not a pressure on local authority budgets but there was concern that it would impact patient care. A further report on the breakdown of the overspend and savings plan would be brought back to the Board. The Chair proposed a new recommendation to request such a report.

Resolved - That:

(1)  this report be noted and similar updates be received at future meetings.

(2)  the minutes of the Wirral Place Based Partnership Board held on 9th February 2023 and 9th March 2023 be noted.

(3)  the minutes of the Wirral Place Based Partnership Board from 22nd June 2023 be requested when approved.

(4)  a report be brought to a future meeting with a breakdown of the forecast overspend.