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THE Welsh Ambulance Service has made a series of pledges to protect the wellbeing of future generations. The Trust’s wellbeing objectives, published as part of its duties under the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, reinforce its commitment to staff, patients and communities across Wales. The aim of the Act is to ensure that public bodies across Wales are working together to improve the social, economic, environmental and cultural wellbeing of Wales.
Estelle Hitchon, the Trust’s Director of Partnerships and Engagement, said: “Our objectives represent our long-term commitment to delivering outstanding care while being a progressive, socially responsible employer. “We want to build a service that is fit for the future – one that supports our people, protects our environment, and meets the needs of the diverse communities we serve.” The new objectives focus on three priority areas: A socially responsible and inclusive employer, by: • supporting communities and the economy by providing long-term employment and volunteering opportunities for people living across Wales, at all points in their career and in a wide variety of roles.
• continuing to develop a diverse and expertly trained workforce so that communities feel well supported and engaged in the organisation. • being an inclusive employer, reflecting the communities it serves across Wales. • valuing partnerships with Trade Unions and working in partnership to create an organisation that is welcoming, fair and where people can thrive.
An innovative and sustainable organisation, by: • being at the forefront of clinical care by harnessing technology in a way that minimises environmental impact and improves patient safety and experience. • making the most of University Trust Status to work with commercial and academic partners to look for tomorrow’s solutions, today. • continuing to reduce its environmental impact, using more sustainable and carbon neutral solutions in its estate, fleet and working practices, to ensure it contributes to a greener, cleaner and healthier Wales.
• managing its financial and physical assets well, so that it can provide viable services for the long term and so communities can rely on the organisation to be there when they need it. A pro-active, accessible and equitable care provider, by: • providing urgent and emergency care services that meet the needs of the people of Wales, wherever and whenever they are needed, improving outcomes and ensuring people can live healthier lives for longer. • continually improving services and performance, so the people of Wales have trust and confidence in its ability to be there when they need it most.
• co-producing with communities and partners models of care that continue to meet the evolving needs of people in Wales and reflect what matters to them. • helping make Wales a nation of lifesavers by supporting health education and promoting bystander CPR skills, improving community resilience. • embracing its cultural role as Wales’ national ambulance service, championing its language and heritage while developing pioneering new ways of delivering care which position Wales as a leader on the national and international stage.
The Wellbeing of Future Generations Act has applied to the Welsh Ambulance Service since 30 June 2024. Estelle added: “The aim of the Act is to ensure that public bodies work together to ensure Wales develops as a prosperous, culturally rich, economically vibrant, healthy and well educated country, where people can thrive both at work, and at home. “These objectives will guide the Trust’s decision-making, helping to shape policies and initiatives that prioritise sustainability, inclusivity and wellbeing.
“We would like to thank all those who have helped to shape the objectives over the past few months; from the colleagues and Trade Union partners who developed them, to the stakeholders and members of the public who supported the wider engagement process.” To learn more about the Trust’s wellbeing objectives, visit: Our Wellbeing Objectives: Focused on the Future.
