The Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board met on Thursday 16 July 2026 to discuss a range of public health priorities and service updates. Key decisions included the endorsement of the continued use of the Prevention Framework, agreement on the Better Care Fund plan for 2026-27, and noting the annual reports from Healthwatch Richmond and the Richmond Public Health Board.

Healthwatch Richmond Annual Report 2025/26

Mike Derry, Chief Officer at Healthwatch Richmond, presented the organisation's annual report for 2025/26. He highlighted the significant impact of Healthwatch's work over the year, including improvements to patient comfort in Kingston Hospital's Emergency Department, reduced waiting times and enhanced privacy at GP practices, and a 17% reduction in repetitive assessments within the Mental Health Trust. The report also detailed improvements to inpatient care at West Middlesex University Hospital, focusing on patient safety, food provision, and the overnight environment. Healthwatch's work also informed the refresh of the Richmond Carers Charter, leading to commitments from providers to better support carers. Furthermore, their feedback was instrumental in shaping Richmond's Neurological Needs Assessment, ensuring the lived experiences of residents were considered in future health planning.

Derry also addressed the impending abolition of Healthwatch as an independent body, as proposed by the Health Bill, and the uncertainty surrounding its future role within the NHS and local authorities. He noted that the Bill would remove Healthwatch's powers to Enter & View and make recommendations, as well as its overarching signposting role. Despite these challenges, Healthwatch Richmond remains committed to delivering the best possible service and ensuring a strong legacy for patient and public voice.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised concerns about the low uptake of the Carers' Charter, and Derry acknowledged the need for more effort to encourage organisations to sign up. He mentioned the upcoming Carers' Seminar on 5 October as an opportunity to promote the Charter further.

The Board noted the report and the work contained within it, acknowledging its contribution to the work plan for 2026-27. They also noted the planned abolition of Healthwatch and agreed to consider the future of patient voice once more clarity emerges.

Better Care Fund Planning for 2026-27

Brian Roberts, Head of Health and Care Integration for Adult Social Care at Richmond Council, presented the Better Care Fund (BCF) plan for 2026-27. The BCF is a national initiative aimed at integrating health and social care services to improve coordination, reduce hospital admissions, and support independent living.

The plan for 2026-27 focuses on neighbourhood health and care services and includes ambitions to reduce emergency admissions for those aged 65 and over, decrease discharge delays from acute hospitals, and lower reliance on long-term residential care. The BCF pooled budget for 2026-27 is £21,079,169, with significant contributions from the NHS minimum contribution (£17,731,785) and the Disabled Facilities Grant (£2,389,529).

Roberts detailed the planned expenditure across various schemes, with a substantial portion allocated to home care packages, intermediate care services like the Richmond Response and Rehabilitation Team (RRRT), and support for carers through the Richmond Carers Hub. The plan also includes funding for community infrastructure, such as community matrons and district nursing capacity, to support proactive care and neighbourhood health initiatives.

Concerns were raised about the effectiveness of fund allocation and the need for benchmarks to ensure value for money. Roberts assured the Board that schemes are regularly reviewed for capability, capacity, and productivity, and that the BCF is part of a broader system of metrics and reviews.

The Board was asked to agree the plan for submission to the Better Care Fund Programme and to note that a Section 75 agreement would be prepared to govern the pooling of budgets and embed partnership arrangements.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde, Head of Health and Care for Richmond and Wandsworth Council, responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Prevention Framework

Nicky, presenting on behalf of the Director of Public Health, sought the Health and Wellbeing Board's continued leadership and endorsement for the Prevention Framework as Richmond's shared system approach to prevention beyond 2025. The framework, initially agreed for 2021-2025, has become embedded as a way of working across the Council and with partners, supporting a Health-in-All-Policies approach.

The refreshed visual framework and streamlined toolkit aim to make the approach easier to understand and apply, prompting consideration of evidence, need, equity, partnership, sustainability, and outcomes. The Board was asked to champion the Framework, use it as a reference point in discussions, and support its application in policy, planning, commissioning, and transformation.

Councillor Penelope Frost inquired about where these recommendations are taken up within the council, and Nicky explained that the Framework has been embedded over the past five years, influencing strategies like the leisure and library strategies. Councillor Kelvin Cheatle suggested using the Framework to evaluate policies across various sectors, such as housing and transport, to assess their impact on harmful emissions.

The Board was asked to endorse the continued use of the Prevention Framework and champion its application across partner organisations.

Richmond Neurological Conditions Health Needs Assessment 2025

Dr Nike Arowobusoye, Consultant in Public Health, presented the completed Neurological Conditions Health Needs Assessment for Richmond. The assessment, conducted in two phases, involved epidemiological analysis, service mapping, and the collection of lived experience data from residents, carers, and staff.

Key findings highlighted a growing prevalence and complexity of neurological conditions, with Parkinson's disease being the fastest-growing locally. The assessment identified significant gaps in support at diagnosis, limited mental health and psychological support, inconsistent recognition of cognitive and communication needs, and challenges in service navigation and coordination. Carers reported unmet needs, with a lack of dedicated support and limited access to respite.

The report recommended a multi-agency response to improve access to services, reduce health inequalities, and enhance support for people living with neurological conditions and their carers. The Board was asked to endorse these recommendations and note the findings.

Concerns were raised about how the recommendations would be taken forward and monitored, given that the responsibility for addressing these needs is distributed across various agencies. A suggestion was made for the Chair to write to partners, including acute trusts, to solicit their responses to the recommendations.

Mike Derry from Healthwatch Richmond commented on the stark findings regarding unpaid carers and suggested further discussion with the carers' reference group. He also highlighted the importance of capturing lived experience narratives, even if not quantifiable by percentages.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde, Assistant Director of Health and Care Integration, presented an update to the Health and Wellbeing Board's Terms of Reference. The refresh aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

The updated Terms of Reference clarify membership, partner representation, and governance arrangements. They also acknowledge the potential impact of the Health Bill, which proposes the abolition of Healthwatch, and state that the Terms of Reference may need further review if legislative changes affect local Healthwatch arrangements.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts, Head of Health and Care Integration for Adult Social Care, presented the Age Well Annual Report, which is part of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy. The report highlighted progress in areas such as frailty prevention, care home support, and falls prevention.

Steve Schaffelberg, Senior Commissioning Manager in Adult Social Care and step lead for social isolation, presented an update on social isolation initiatives. He noted that nearly 4,000 older residents were participating in civil activities, with 81% reporting that it helped them meet new people. The Carers' Hub reported that 85% of unpaid carers using their services felt less isolated. However, challenges were identified, including the broad nature of social isolation, increasing complexity of needs, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Cheatle inquired about the impact of the current heatwave on winter pressures, and it was noted that the urgent and emergency care board had discussed the need for a summer plan due to unprecedented demand on the London Ambulance Service.

Healthwatch Richmond Annual Report 2025/26

Mike Derry, Chief Officer at Healthwatch Richmond, presented the annual report, detailing the organisation's work and impact. He highlighted reviews of inpatient care at Kingston Hospital, GP practices, and adult mental health services, which led to tangible improvements. The report also covered work on the Carers' Charter and the Neurological Needs Assessment. Derry acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding Healthwatch's future due to the Health Bill, which proposes its abolition. He emphasised the commitment to delivering the best possible service and ensuring a strong legacy for patient and public voice.

Councillor Denise Madden expressed support for Healthwatch's work and suggested integrating their neighbourhood lens into future priorities. Councillor Penelope Frost thanked Derry for the report and highlighted the low uptake of the Carers' Charter, prompting a discussion on how to encourage more organisations to sign up.

Richmond Public Health Board Annual Report 2025-2026

Sandra Folkes, Public Health Business and Governance Manager, presented the Richmond Public Health Board's annual report for 2025-2026. The report summarised the Board's work on population health outcomes, prevention, health protection, and partnership working.

Councillor Sarah Jenkins raised concerns about the absence of mention of carers within the report, particularly on page 295 concerning adults' prevention and healthy lives. Folkes acknowledged this and stated that carers would be captured in the 2026-27 work programme. Councillor Penelope Frost inquired about gaps in the evidence base related to children and young people's prevention and early intervention. Folkes explained this was in relation to the best start for life centres and family hubs, where more data would be available once delivery models were more established.

The Board received the report for information.

Prevention Framework

Nicky presented an update on the Prevention Framework, seeking the Board's continued leadership and endorsement. The Framework, established in 2021, has become an embedded approach to prevention across the Council and with partners, supporting a Health-in-All-Policies approach. The Board was asked to champion its continued use and application.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wild presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care. The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital and face-to-face support.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided a summary of the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Programme of Future Meetings

The Board noted the programme of future meetings, with the next meeting scheduled for 15 October 2026.

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Healthwatch Richmond Annual Report 2025/26

Mike Derry, Chief Officer at Healthwatch Richmond, presented the organisation's annual report for 2025/26. He highlighted the significant impact of Healthwatch's work over the year, including improvements to patient comfort in Kingston Hospital's Emergency Department, reduced waiting times and enhanced privacy at GP practices, and a 17% reduction in repetitive assessments within the Mental Health Trust. The report also detailed improvements to inpatient care at West Middlesex University Hospital, focusing on patient safety, food provision, and the overnight environment. Healthwatch's work also informed the refresh of the Richmond Carers Charter, leading to commitments from providers to better support carers. Furthermore, their feedback was instrumental in shaping Richmond's Neurological Needs Assessment, ensuring the lived experiences of residents were considered in future health planning.

Derry also addressed the impending abolition of Healthwatch as an independent body, as proposed by the Health Bill, and the uncertainty surrounding its future role within the NHS and local authorities. He noted that the Bill would remove Healthwatch's powers to Enter & View and make recommendations, as well as its overarching signposting role. Despite these challenges, Healthwatch Richmond remains committed to delivering the best possible service and ensuring a strong legacy for patient and public voice.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised concerns about the low uptake of the Carers' Charter, and Derry acknowledged the need for more effort to encourage organisations to sign up. He mentioned the upcoming Carers' Seminar on 5 October as an opportunity to promote the Charter further.

The Board noted the report and the work contained within it, acknowledging its contribution to the work plan for 2026-27. They also noted the planned abolition of Healthwatch and agreed to consider the future of patient voice once more clarity emerges.

Better Care Fund Planning for 2026-27

Brian Roberts, Head of Health and Care Integration for Adult Social Care at Richmond Council, presented the Better Care Fund (BCF) plan for 2026-27. The BCF is a national initiative aimed at integrating health and social care services to improve coordination, reduce hospital admissions, and support independent living.

The plan for 2026-27 focuses on neighbourhood health and care services and includes ambitions to reduce emergency admissions for those aged 65 and over, decrease discharge delays from acute hospitals, and lower reliance on long-term residential care. The BCF pooled budget for 2026-27 is £21,079,169, with significant contributions from the NHS minimum contribution (£17,731,785) and the Disabled Facilities Grant (£2,389,529).

Roberts detailed the planned expenditure across various schemes, with a substantial portion allocated to home care packages, intermediate care services like the Richmond Response and Rehabilitation Team (RRRT), and support for carers through the Richmond Carers Hub. The plan also includes funding for community infrastructure, such as community matrons and district nursing capacity, to support proactive care and neighbourhood health initiatives.

Concerns were raised about the effectiveness of fund allocation and the need for benchmarks to ensure value for money. Roberts assured the Board that schemes are regularly reviewed for capability, capacity, and productivity, and that the BCF is part of a broader system of metrics and reviews.

The Board was asked to agree the plan for submission to the Better Care Fund Programme and to note that a Section 75 agreement would be prepared to govern the pooling of budgets and embed partnership arrangements.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde, Head of Health and Care for Richmond and Wandsworth Council, responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Prevention Framework

Nicky presented an update on the Prevention Framework, seeking the Board's continued leadership and endorsement. The Framework, established in 2021, has become an embedded approach to prevention across the Council and with partners, supporting a Health-in-All-Policies approach. The Board was asked to champion its continued use and application.

Councillor Penelope Frost inquired about where these recommendations are taken up within the council, and Nicky explained that the Framework has been embedded over the past five years, influencing strategies like the leisure and library strategies. Councillor Kelvin Cheatle suggested using the Framework to evaluate policies across various sectors, such as housing and transport, to assess their impact on harmful emissions.

The Board was asked to endorse the continued use of the Prevention Framework and champion its application across partner organisations.

Richmond Neurological Conditions Health Needs Assessment 2025

Dr Nike Arowobusoye, Consultant in Public Health, presented the completed Neurological Conditions Health Needs Assessment for Richmond. The assessment, conducted in two phases, involved epidemiological analysis, service mapping, and the collection of lived experience data from residents, carers, and staff.

Key findings highlighted a growing prevalence and complexity of neurological conditions, with Parkinson's disease being the fastest-growing locally. The assessment identified significant gaps in support at diagnosis, limited mental health and psychological support, inconsistent recognition of cognitive and communication needs, and challenges in service navigation and coordination. Carers reported unmet needs, with a lack of dedicated support and limited access to respite.

The report recommended a multi-agency response to improve access to services, reduce health inequalities, and enhance support for people living with neurological conditions and their carers. The Board was asked to endorse these recommendations and note the findings.

Concerns were raised about how the recommendations would be taken forward and monitored, given that the responsibility for addressing these needs is distributed across various agencies. A suggestion was made for the Chair to write to partners, including acute trusts, to solicit their responses to the recommendations.

Mike Derry from Healthwatch Richmond commented on the stark findings regarding unpaid carers and suggested further discussion with the carers' reference group. He also highlighted the importance of capturing lived experience narratives, even if not quantifiable by percentages.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde, Assistant Director of Health and Care Integration, presented an update to the Health and Wellbeing Board's Terms of Reference. The refresh aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

The updated Terms of Reference clarify membership, partner representation, and governance arrangements. They also acknowledge the potential impact of the Health Bill, which proposes the abolition of Healthwatch, and state that the Terms of Reference may need further review if legislative changes affect local Healthwatch arrangements.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts, Head of Health and Care Integration for Adult Social Care, presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

Election of Vice-Chair

Mike Derry was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Richmond Health and Wellbeing Board for the municipal year. Councillor Piers Allen, Chair of the Board, nominated Derry, highlighting his previous experience as Vice-Chair and the value of having a voluntary sector lead in this role to represent community voice. The nomination was seconded and accepted.

Better Care Fund End of Year Report

Brian Roberts presented the Better Care Fund End of Year Report for 2025-2026. The report detailed the BCF spend and outputs, noting that the fund was fully spent. It highlighted successes in integrated workforce development and collaborative leadership, but also challenges related to increased demand and funding for homecare and care home placements, as well as issues with digital records and data sharing. The Board was asked to note the report and progress on BCF metrics.

Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference Update

Lynn Wilde presented the refreshed Terms of Reference for the Health and Wellbeing Board. The update aims to clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, resident voice, and neighbourhood health and care.

Councillor Penelope Frost raised a concern that the reference to children's services within the Terms of Reference was too brief and suggested strengthening this area. Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, assured the Board that children and young people are a focus across all health and wellbeing strategies, and that the Start Well segment of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy addresses this.

Councillor Katie Mansfield felt the language around neighbourhood care and the left shift was too passive and suggested making it bolder. Lynn Wilde noted that the Health Bill's proposals regarding neighbourhood plans replacing joint local health and wellbeing strategies might necessitate a future review of the Terms of Reference once legislative clarity is achieved.

The Board was asked to agree the refreshed Terms of Reference and confirm the proposed membership and governance arrangements.

Joint Local Health Wellbeing Strategy: Age Well Annual Report

Brian Roberts presented the Age Well Annual Report, an update on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities. The report covered progress in Falls & Frailty, Dementia, and Social Isolation. Key activities included the Frailty Prevention Framework, implementation of the Care Home Falls Action Plan, and initiatives to improve dementia diagnosis and support. For social isolation, successes included increased participation in activities and improved feelings of social contact for carers. Challenges identified included the broad nature of social isolation, increasing client complexity, and balancing digital support with face-to-face services.

Councillor Kelvin Cheatle raised concerns about the impact of heatwaves on winter pressures, to which Lynn Wilde responded that the system was acknowledging the unprecedented demand caused by the heatwave and the need for a summer plan or increased resilience for sustained periods of extreme weather.

Health Protection Update

Shannon Katiyo, Director of Public Health, provided an update on health protection matters. This included discussions on communicable disease activity, immunisation programmes, and seasonal health risks. The Board noted areas of variation in performance, access issues, and data quality challenges. The report also highlighted the need for strengthened health protection assurance processes and improved data sharing.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar: Review and Next Steps

Lynn Wilde provided an update on the March 2026 seminar on neighbourhood health. She highlighted the progress made since the seminar, including confirmed neighbourhood footprints, an agreed vision and principles, shared delivery priorities, strengthened governance, and funding for early initiatives. The seminar confirmed a shared ambition to organise services around residents and communities, with a focus on prevention, reducing inequalities, and joined-up working. The Board's role in sustaining momentum, championing resident voice, and ensuring alignment was emphasised. The Board was asked to note the key themes and progress, and to support the continued development of neighbourhood health and care in Richmond.

Health & Wellbeing Board Work Programme

Lynn Wilde presented the indicative work programme for future Health and Wellbeing Board meetings and seminars. This included planned reports on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Safeguarding reports, and updates on neighbourhood health. Confirmed seminars include a Carers Seminar on 5 October 2026, and potential future seminars on women's health and neurological needs.

The Board agreed to note the proposed work programme items.

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