Welsh NHS Confederation evidence to the Welsh Affairs Committee on cross-border healthcare
Key points
With significant cross-border flow of patients between Wales and England across the breadth of healthcare services, our evidence highlights some benefits and challenges to delivering cross-border healthcare.
Opportunities include improved patient outcomes, collaboration, knowledge sharing and efficient use of resources by preventing unnecessary duplication of services.
Challenges include the differences in funding and policies between the two health systems, which creates ongoing complexity and can impact patient experience.
Ensuring equitable access to high-quality care for all patients, regardless of their location, requires ongoing collaboration between the Welsh and UK governments and a patient-centred approach that prioritises seamless care across the border.
