local authorities, health issues, public health
Council representatives questioned on local authorities' role in health issues
28 November 2012
The Communities and Local Government Committee holds its third evidence session on the role of local authorities in health issues. The session takes evidence on, and examines, preparations for the transfer of public health responsibilities to local authorities.
Witnesses
Monday 3 December 2012, Committee Room 8, Palace of Westminster
At 4.10 pm
- Cllr Tony Devenish, Cabinet Member for Public Health and Premises, Westminster City Council
- Cllr Nick Forbes, Leader, Newcastle City Council
- Liam Hughes, Independent Chair, Oldham shadow Health and Wellbeing Board
- Cllr Mary Lea, Cabinet Member for Health, Care and Independent Living, Sheffield City Council
At 5.00 pm
- Kim Carey, Corporate Director for Adult Care and Support, Cornwall Council
- Cllr Roger Gough, Cabinet Member for Business Strategy, Performance and Health Reform, Kent County Council
- Dr Mike Grady, Principal Adviser, University College London Institute of Health Equity
- Cllr Ernie White, Cabinet Lead Member for Health, Leicestershire County Council