Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton welcomes endorsement of Accountability Framework

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has welcomed the endorsement of the Accountability Framework by unions and professional associations following a meeting on Wednesday.

The meeting, which brought together representatives from a wide cross-section of the country’s public health workforce provided an opportunity for open and constructive dialogue on the Accountability Framework and its role in strengthening governance, improving service delivery and enhancing the overall performance of the public health system.

The Accountability Framework forms part of the ministry’s broader programme to strengthen governance across the public health system by improving oversight, enhancing operational efficiency, clarifying roles and responsibilities and promoting greater accountability at every level.

The framework also supports improved performance management, reinforces sound financial and administrative practices and seeks to create a culture where excellence, transparency and patient-centred care are embedded throughout the health sector.

During the meeting, stakeholders agreed that meaningful accountability is essential to sustaining public confidence in the healthcare system and ensuring that health professionals are supported in delivering safe, effective and timely care.

Dr. Tufton noted that the framework has guidelines about workers playing their role in accordance with their contract.

He said the aim is to improve the quality of service delivery through a tripartite arrangement between the Government, the management of health facilities as well as staff and their unions.