People across Lanarkshire are being invited to have their say on the refreshed version of Our Health Together, NHS Lanarkshire’s long-term strategy for improving health and care.
Originally developed through extensive engagement with patients, carers, staff, communities, voluntary organisations and partners, Our Health Together was published in 2024 and sets the long-term direction for improving health and care across Lanarkshire.
Long-term vision unchanged
Its long-term vision remains unchanged: to enable healthier, longer lives by providing the right care, in the right place, at the right time, first time.
The 2026-2029 refresh updates the strategy to reflect progress, current pressures, changing population needs and new national priorities. It also strengthens the connection between NHS Lanarkshire’s long-term ambitions and how they will be delivered over the next three years.
Joint statement from board and chief executive
In a joint statement NHS Lanarkshire board vice-chair Donald Reid and chief executive Louise Long said: “People across Lanarkshire helped shape Our Health Together, and the long-term direction it set remains right.
“This refresh recognises the progress that has been made while being honest about the pressures our services, our staff and our communities continue to face.
“Before the refreshed strategy is considered by the NHS Lanarkshire board, we want to check that the direction is clear, that nothing important is missing or under-emphasised, and that we understand what matters most to people as we put the strategy into practice.
“Just as importantly, we want this to mark a new chapter in how we engage with people.
“We want to build on the conversations that have already shaped Our Health Together by making listening and involvement an even more regular part of how NHS Lanarkshire works.
“This four-week check-in is an important opportunity for people to have their say and the beginning of a continuing conversation as we work together to improve health and care across Lanarkshire.”
How to take part
To read the refreshed strategy in full, access the supporting information and complete the feedback questionnaire, visit the website https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/our-health-together/.
