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There were no declarations of interest.
Resolved that the Minutes of the Swansea Public Services Board held on 12 February 2026 be approved and signed as a correct record.
There were no public questions.
Ness Young, Swansea Council presented a report which sought approval of the draft 2025-26 PSB Annual Report for Welsh translation and publication. She highlighted progress across the various steps, regional collaboration on healthy weight, community engagement events, and the development of a video to widen outreach. The Board noted the achievements and endorsed dissemination to stakeholders in order to maximise reach and engagement. Resolved that the draft PSB Annual Report for 2025-26 be approved for translation and publication.
Ness Young, Swansea Council presented a report which sought approval of the draft Swansea PSB 2026-28 action plan. She emphasised the flagship “Building a Better Dyfatty Programme”, its alignment with existing steps, and the collaborative, community-focused approach. Comments from the Board highlighted partnership commitment and practical progress through strategic and tactical groups. Resolved that: 1) The draft Wellbeing Action Plan for 2026-28 be approved. 2) The Public Services Board agrees to receive an update report on progress against the plan as a standing item at future PSB meetings.
Ness Young, Swansea Council presented a report which sought approval of proposed areas of spend in relation to the PSB grant. She outlined the Public Services Board grant allocation from Welsh Government for 2026-27 and explained that proposals had been submitted in outline which had been reviewed. Ness sought board approval to delegate finalisation of allocations to the Chair in consultation with Statutory Partners, ensuring that allocations remained within the boundaries of the proposals. Resolved that: 1) The proposed areas of grant spend for 2026-27 be approved in principle. 2) The Chair finalise grant allocations in consultation with Statutory Partners.
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Steve King, Swansea Council presented a report to set out further proposals for undertaking Swansea’s third Assessment of Local Well-being by May 2027. The update outlined preparations for the third round of the local wellbeing assessment, focusing on streamlining the process, aligning with RPB partners and Welsh Government guidance, and exploring structural changes such as linking with data portal themes. The board would be kept updated on progress as the guidance was finalised. Resolved that: 1) The report be noted. 2) The Board commits to providing the necessary resources and support during 2026-27 to progress the assessment.
Hugo Van Woerden, Public Health, presented the Executive Director of Public Health Annual Report 2025/26 which had been prepared by Gill Richards prior to her retirement. He explained that the report was structured around the Marmot objectives and the themes of safe, strong, and supported which highlighted health challenges in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot, disparities in screening uptake, mental health, childhood obesity, and recommendations for early intervention and sustainable funding. The Chair thanked the Interim Director of Public Health for a very comprehensive report, acknowledging the health challenges faced by residents in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot.
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