Item 4 - NHS Collaboration (L8/19)

Summary 
 
This report updates the Leaders’ Committee on previously reported discussions in respect of the potential for future pan-London collaboration with NHS. It seeks guidance on the how to respond to the opportunity for closer collaboration and influence across the whole health and care system; and further seeks agreement that London Councils advance senior member and officer level discussions with the intention of fully scoping the development of a new and deeper model for collaboration.
Recommendations 
 
Leaders’ Committee is asked to:
1. Consider and comment on the potential to accelerate improvements in health and care system through closer collaboration with the NHS in London.
2. Note the plans for London Councils to take forward senior level member and officer exploration to fully scope the potential for closer collaboration and influence across the London health and care system with the possibility of reporting more detailed options for London boroughs to engage in longer term collaboration before the new year.