The fifth meeting of the Safety and Public Confidence Oversight Group took place this week. Updates were provided on progress made since the last meeting, and the following key points were discussed:
1. Phase 1 Findings & Recommendations
Findings and recommendations emerging from Phase 1 activity across Portfolios 1, 2 and 3 were considered, alongside the next steps required to finalise Phase 1 reports and outputs over the coming weeks.
2. Move Findings to Actions
The focus will now move from findings and recommendations into action planning and delivery supported by clear ownership, measurable actions and evidence of impact and improvement.
3. Phase 2 Portfolios and Governance
Proposals for Portfolios 4, 5 and 6 were reviewed, including their draft Terms of Reference and how the work will support room by room risk assessment and rectification, outstanding and emerging concerns and strengthened governance, communication and coordination as SPCG moves into Phase 2
4. Openness, Transparency, Learning, Communications & Improvement
Openness, transparency and learning remain central to SPCG’s approach, with communication, feedback and learning continuing to inform future improvement activity and support safety, assurance and public confidence,
5. Proactive Communication and Engagement
Work will continue to strengthen communication and engagement with patients, the public and staff, including how progress is communicated and how concerns are responded to. Further proposals will be developed and brought back to SPCG for consideration.