Pete Landstrom stated that the merger will be helpful in addressing local population challenges and ensuring the delivery of the best possible and equitable care. He noted that the collaboration has been ongoing, evolving from clinical partnerships to a proposed merger aimed at reducing waiting times and improving services.
Committee member Cllr Anna Burrage expressed concerns that such mergers can often distract from essential service improvements, emphasizing the importance of not losing focus on patient care amidst larger integration plans.
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