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Local Advisory Councils

The Scottish Health Council ensures that the voices of patients, carers and the public count when decisions are made about NHS services. We monitor NHS Boards and publish reports on how effectively they are involving people in the planning, improvement and delivery of local NHS services and in decisions about their own care.

We have an office in your NHS Board area, with a Local Advisory Council of voluntary members who keep us informed about local issues and gather information on whether NHS Boards are doing enough to involve patients and the public in decisions about services.

You do not need qualifications to become a Local Advisory Council member but it is beneficial if you:

• have experience as a patient or carer
• understand health service issues
• take an active part in local community groups.

You will need to demonstrate that you can work well with different types of people and can put across your point of view whilst showing respect for others. You may need to be willing to learn new skills. It is fundamental that you believe involving patients and the public can make a difference to health services.

If you are interested in joining the Local Advisory Council for your area, please contact your local office.

The Scottish Health Council is an equal opportunities organisation.