MPs condemn shake up of community healthcare
A huge promotional campaign will get under way to explain the changes, with leaflets being delivered through every door.
People in Withernsea and Driffield will have to ring the NHS non-emergency 111 number to book a minor injuries appointment. CCG chief officer Jane Hawkard said they “were going to test 111 to destruction” to ensure people were routed to the right centre. Ms Hawkard said they recognised the Macmillan Wolds unit at Bridlington was held in “high esteem” but said they want to provide palliative care in the community “as in other areas”. She added: “Macmillan (the cancer charity) do support that direction of travel.” They are aiming for a smooth transition over six to nine months.