Facing the Facts, Shaping the Future was discussed by our Trainees Committee, New Consultants Committee and Council. These conversations helped us to write our response, and will inform the discussions we have with government and others during the drafting of the final strategy.
The RCP agrees with the broad direction of travel and the common sense principles outlined. However, the document lacks detail so it will be important that stakeholders are also consulted on the first draft of a full strategy. If it does not, the government and its partners risk missing an excellent opportunity for consensus and coproduction.
there must be more investment in public health initiatives, including the public health workforce, that reduce demand.