Agenda item

The Cabinet considered a joint report and presentation of the Corporate Director of Adult and Health Services and the Director of Public Health which presented the 2020 Annual Report of the Director of Public Health for County Durham (for copy of report and presentation see file of minutes).

The Director of Public Health explained the Annual Report differs from that of previous years as it has a major focus on the impact of COVID-19 and, in delivering the presentation, the Director of Public Health provided information on   action taken in response to the pandemic, including work with partners and the community, and outlined the seven public health strategic priorities which will inform the recommendations to be taken forward next year. 

Councillor Hovvels welcomed the Annual Report, saying the report clearly demonstrates that health and wellbeing is a responsibility for every individual.  Councillor Stephens commented on the good partnership working that had taken place to launch the County Durham Together Community Hub and the significant role played by Area Action Partnerships to provide support during the pandemic.

Councillor Gunn thanked the Director of Public Health and her staff during these difficult times.  She added that the community support and the work of volunteers who have helped to support the community on a daily basis, has been invaluable. 

Resolved:

That the recommendations in the report be approved.