Issue - meetings

            The Board received a presentation from a representative from the Integrated Substance Misuse Service (CGL) on the work carried out to tackle Alcohol and Substance misuse across the partnership in the Borough. CGL was a fully integrated substance misuse service offering rapid and open access to assessment and treatment for people experiencing problems with drugs and/or alcohol, promoting recovery from addition and dependence.

            It was noted that a Cheshire and Merseyside five year forward view alcohol board had been established. The Board had developed an plan which set out actions which if delivered at scale would prevent alcohol-related harm, improve health and social outcomes for individuals and communities and reduce demand on local services across health, social services and criminal justice settings. A multi-agency board had been established to provide oversight and drive the work forward.

            A service user addressed the Board to share his experience of the support he received from CGL.

            Arising from the discussion, Members were invited to contact CGL to arrange a visit to the centre.

            RESOLVED: That the presentation be noted.