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Govt refusal to release DHB plans undemocratic
Government refusal to release DHB plans undemocratic attempt to hide impact of cuts
“The Minister of Health’s refusal today to release District Health Board plans is undemocratic given the upcoming DHB elections where electors are being asked to vote for representatives who are charged with carrying out the plans,” said Care not Cuts candidate for the Capital and Coast DHB David Choat.
“It feels like the Government is attempting to cover up the impact of cuts in the DHBs.
“If need be, the Minister should release the plans whether they are approved or not, in order for the public to judge the kind of DHB members they want to represent their interests.
“At Capital and Coast DHB, there are indications that the draft Plan has significant cuts in mental health and elderly services, which will have a devastating impact on people who rely on these services and their families.”
“The public deserve to know the truth about these cuts,” said David Choat.
There are a large number of plans currently not approved, including the Capital & Coast DHB, which was submitted in June. The Minister of Health in Parliament today refused to agree to release the DHB annual plans before polling closes.
Care not Cuts advocates for a quality public health system and is concerned about the impact of Government cuts in the health sector.
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