WEDNESDAY, 26 OCTOBER , 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. PHOTO ATTACHED, COUNCILLOR JULIE BELL

New Chair appointed to the Angus Integration Joint Board

The governing board of the Angus Health and Social Care Partnership welcomes new Chair, Councillor Julie Bell as previous Chair Emma-Jane Wells completes her two year tenure.

The new Chair of the Integration Joint Board (IJB), Councillor Julie Bell said, “This is an exciting time to lead the IJB as we develop our new Strategic Commissioning Plan. This will set out the overall direction for adult community health and social care services in Angus.

“I am confident, as I step into my new role as Chair that we will continue to place individuals, communities and the provision of high quality care at the heart of our service planning and delivery.”

Outgoing Chair, Emma-Jane Wells said “It has been a privilege to lead the IJB over the last two years. I am incredibly proud of every person who works in Angus Health and Social Care Partnership.

“The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic have demonstrated their outstanding commitment and dedication to improve the lives of people in our communities. The Partnership has continued make a number of key achievements, including the award-winning Mental Health Hub based in the Links Health Centre, Montrose and integrated partnership working continues to strengthen.

“I wish Councillor Bell every success in building on the work that has been achieved over the last six years since the IJB was formed.”

The appointment of Councillor Julie Bell as chair of the IJB marks the next phase of development for Angus Health and Social Care Partnership. The Partnership is committed to improving the health of the adult population of Angus, providing timely health and social care when needed, and ensuring that people achieve the best possible outcomes.

On behalf of the Angus Health and Social Care Partnership:

NHS Tayside Communications

Cara Longmuir

01382 424138