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times (particularly for patients trying to access A&E) and therefore risk worse outcomes for
patients.
In addition to forming responses in their own right, it is likely that the petitions and
campaigns have influenced responses via other methods by raising awareness and
encouraging people to respond to the consultation.
Section 16 of Appendix F details the full set of petitions received.
6.2.4 Stakeholder feedback
74 stakeholders submitted a response to the consultation. This feedback followed their own
format and very few covered every question asked about in the consultation. Our analysis of
this feedback has been qualitative in nature, drawing out the themes and issues
stakeholders have commented on.
All of the stakeholders who expressed a view on this supported the need for change. A
number of stakeholders expressed overall support for the Shaping a healthier future
proposals. Several others expressed strong opposition, notably Ealing and Hammersmith
and Fulham Councils who both provided detailed criticisms on the way in which the
consultation proposals had been determined.
Most stakeholders commenting on the issue expressed support for the out of hospital
proposals, although some called for more detailed plans about timing and implementation.
The point was made that primary and community services need to be improved before there
is any reduction in acute provision.
There were calls for consistent standards across urgent care centres and more detail on the
proposals. The need to build public understanding and awareness of UCCs was also
mentioned.
The proposal to have five major hospitals in NW London and the criteria for deciding upon
these was supported by a number of stakeholders, while some criticised it.
A number of stakeholders, including local authorities, LINks, CCGs and MPs, put on record
their support for Option A. Options B and C received fewer comments and only a couple of
stakeholders expressed explicit support for either.
Two stakeholders expressed opposition to the proposed closure of services without
specifically mentioning any of the options. Among those not supporting any of the options,
no alternatives to the status quo were put forward.
Several stakeholders expressed support for Central Middlesex Hospital being an elective
and local hospital, while others opposed this because of the impact of the A&E department
being closed. There was support for Hillingdon and Northwick Park being major hospitals,
although two stakeholders raised concerns about capacity at the latter. The proposal for
Hammersmith Hospital to be a specialist hospital was also supported.
Reaction to moving the hyper-acute stroke unit to St Mary’s was mixed, with some
stakeholders supporting this while others felt it should stay where it is or would be better
located elsewhere. Some stakeholders commented on the need to improve facilities at St
Mary’s before either the hyper-acute stroke unit or Western Eye Hospital are moved there.
A number of detailed comments were made about public transport and journey times, with
particular concerns raised about vulnerable groups and follow-up appointments. The need
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