Rt Hon Sir Julian Smith KCB CBE, MP for Skipton and Ripon, is calling on residents across North Yorkshire to share their views on the future of the NHS as part of “We Need to Talk” — a new public engagement campaign launched by the Humber and North Yorkshire NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB). Running for four weeks, which started on 14 October, the initiative aims to gather community input on reshaping NHS services to better meet today’s challenges and future needs.
Through a combination of social media, in-person focus groups and a survey, “We Need to Talk” will openly discuss the urgent issues facing the NHS and seek the public’s input on possible changes. Recent polling by the ICB revealed that nearly 63% of local respondents believe the NHS needs to adapt to meet current demands.
Commenting on the campaign, Julian said, “The NHS is one of our greatest national assets, and it is vital that people in North Yorkshire have their voices heard in shaping its future. ‘We Need to Talk’ provides a great opportunity to share your experiences, priorities, and suggestions directly with NHS leaders. Whether you have faced challenges getting an appointment or have ideas on how services could be better, please do respond to the campaign.”
To participate, residents can visit www.ourNHS.org for more information and to complete a short survey. Those without internet access can call 01482 672156 or write to NHS Humber and North Yorkshire ICB at FREEPOST RTTL-HSBE-BLHL, Health House, Grange Park Lane, Willerby, HULL, HU10 6DT to request further information or a paper survey.
Health leaders are keen to explore ideas around expanding community care, making better use of technology, prioritising preventative care and improving service accessibility and quality.
