Health partnership thanks people of Harrogate for their help during coronavirus pandemic

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The partnership has thanked local authorities, the NHS, Healthwatch, social enterprises, emergency services, community organisations and charities who have come together to keep the people of West Yorkshire and Harrogate safe and well since the country went into lockdown on March 23 - saying the list of people worth a mention is 'endless'.

Coun Tim Swift, Leader of Calderdale Council and Chair of WY&H Health and Care Partnership Board said: “We have learned so much during this crisis, but the most important lesson has been to see demonstrated, time and again, the very best of all of our people, regardless of where they work and what they do. Everyone has stepped up and in many cases gone way beyond the limits of their job descriptions to make sure that no one has been forgotten or unnecessarily exposed to danger. I would like to personally thank the entire health and care workforce throughout West Yorkshire and Harrogate for acting as one team for 100 days and beyond”.

Brendan Brown, CEO for Airedale NHS Foundation Trust and WY&H HCP CEO lead for Workforce added: “The first 100 days of COVID-19 have been challenging beyond all of our lived experience. I want to recognise the skill and dedication of all of our colleagues, across all sectors. Without their commitment we could not have put in place the many measures that are keeping people as safe as possible. The health and care system has never been more focused or proud, with people in every corner of our Partnership delivering their very best, day after day.”

Rob Webster, CEO Lead for West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership, has called his colleagues 'outstanding' for their performance during this stressful time.

He said: “This pandemic has demonstrated the strength of our partnership and the power of our people. Our colleagues have been outstanding throughout. They have responded quickly to every situation, changing the way they work and making personal and professional sacrifices on behalf of others. They will need out continued support and help – this isn’t over yet. Over the coming months we will be doing all we can to help them as we work to tackle the impact of the virus and bring services back that are different and better than before."

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Visit www.wyhpartnership.co.uk to find out more.

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