The Health and Wellbeing Board of Southwark Council was scheduled to discuss the development of the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy, progress on integrated neighbourhood teams, and updates on healthy communities and air quality. The meeting agenda also included a review of the progress made in preventing suicides in Southwark and an update on the Council's Neighbourhoods Programme.

Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2027-2032: Development Plan

A key item on the agenda was the proposed development plan for the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy, which is intended to cover the period from 2027 to 2032. The Board was scheduled to consider and potentially approve this plan. This strategy aims to set out the priorities and actions for improving the health and wellbeing of Southwark residents over a five-year period.

Southwark Neighbourhood Health & Integrated Neighbourhood Teams: Progress and Next Steps

The Board was scheduled to receive an update on the progress made in developing and mobilising Integrated Neighbourhood Teams (INTs) across Southwark. This initiative is part of a broader effort to improve local service delivery and health outcomes. The agenda indicated that the Board would be looking at the current status of these teams and the planned next steps for their implementation. This aligns with the council's commitment to creating good lives together as outlined in Southwark 2030.

Southwark Council Neighbourhoods Programme Update

A supplemental agenda item focused on the Southwark Council Neighbourhoods Programme. The Board was asked to note an update on this programme, discuss opportunities for aligning neighbourhood working with NHS neighbourhood health plans, and provide feedback on how neighbourhood approaches can best support improved health and wellbeing outcomes. The Neighbourhoods Programme aims to strengthen community voice, join up council services with community-led activity, and simplify access to funding and support at a local level. This initiative is designed to empower residents and foster local decision-making, with community plans being developed for each neighbourhood.

Air Quality Annual Status Report 2024: Briefing Note

The Board was scheduled to consider the Air Quality Annual Status Report for 2024. The agenda indicated that the Board would be asked to approve this report, which provides an overview of air quality within the borough. This is a significant topic for public health, as air pollution can have a detrimental impact on respiratory and cardiovascular health.

Healthy Communities Progress Update

An update on the 'Healthy Communities' theme of the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy action plan 2025-27 was scheduled for discussion. The Board was to note the progress made in this area and review the outcome measures related to these initiatives.

Preventing Suicides in Southwark 2023-2028: Progress Update

The Board was scheduled to receive a progress update on the implementation of the Preventing Suicides in Southwark 2023-2028 plan. This item aimed to inform the Board about the work undertaken to date in this critical area of public health.

Welcome and Introduction

The meeting was scheduled to begin with a welcome from the Chair, Councillor Evelyn Akoto, Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing. This would be followed by a discussion on the Southwark Health & Wellbeing Board – Vision and Priorities.

Action Log

The Board was also scheduled to review the Action Log, which details outstanding actions from previous meetings and provides updates on their progress.