The body is working with the Department of Health (DH) to establish how Healthwatches in every local authority can make sure the opinions of children and young people are taken into account when they begin to consult the public on how health and social care services are provided.
The LGA has already published a briefing that advises local authorities on how to engage with young people when setting up the bodies, but this work will see the LGA offering support beyond April 2013.
“The LGA is working with DH to begin to scope a support offer to local authorities and local Healthwatches,” said Lorraine Denoris, programme director for Healthwatch at the LGA.
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