The core purposes of ICSs, and the importance of addressing local needs, will not be met without good patient and carer involvement. ICSs cannot truly deliver for their local area without considering the needs of that area from the patient or carer’s perspective. (Paragraph 81) Integrated Care Systems: autonomy and accountability 27

The core purposes of ICSs, and the importance of addressing local needs, will not be met without good patient and carer involvement. ICSs cannot truly deliver for their local area without considering the needs of that area from the patient or carer’s perspective. (Paragraph 81) Integrated Care Systems: autonomy and accountability 27 Type: conclusion | Number: 25 | Response status: under_consideration Government response: The overall aims of NHS England’s Long Term Plan remain the right ones and these strategic aims are reflected in planning guidance, service specific plans and work with systems. DHSC and NHS England continue to work together to monitor commitments in the plan on an ongoing basis. The government is b