This Inquiry is related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on access to contraception over recent months. In our joint response with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), we propose that access to contraception in England has been challenged in recent years by funding cuts to public health services, and the fragmented commissioning of SRH services.
The Women and Equalities Select Committee has launched an inquiry to examine the effects of COVID-19 on people with protected characteristics. In our response, we outline the ways in which vulnerable girls and women have been impacted by changes to SRH service provision during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Health Devolution Commission has launched a call for evidence on the value and accountability of devolved health systems. In our response, we propose that the success of devolution for SRH services depends on adequate funding, clear lines of accountability, and the co-commissioning of services.
Together with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), we respond to the public consultation on the proposal for a revised National Chlamydia Screening Programme (NCSP) policy by Public Health England (PHE).
We respond to the public consultation on Primary Care Networks’ (PCNs) Network Contract Direct Enhanced Service (DES) service specifications by NHS England (NHSE).
We respond to the consultation on a new legal framework for abortion care services in Northern Ireland by the Northern Ireland Office and the Office of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.
We respond to the consultation on the Prevention Green Paper by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and the Cabinet Office.
FSRH responds to call for evidence by Health Education England (HEE) about the remit of the doctor in the future, including the skills, knowledge and behaviours doctors will need to perform their role.
FSRH response to the Health and Social Care Committee's inquiry on the budget and the NHS Long Term Plan. The inquiry examines the funding required for NHS capital, education and training, social care and public health to implement the NHS Long Term Plan.
The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) is the largest UK professional membership organisation working at the heart of sexual and reproductive health, supporting healthcare professionals to deliver high quality care - with nearly 1200 members working in Scotland. FSRH's Scotland Committee welcomes the chance to comment on the consultation, and see this proposal as an opportunity to consolidate currently separate public health structures into one, and in doing so to increase their overall impact on public health.
