More than 1,500 consultation documents about proposed radical reforms have been sent out to Islanders since consultants KPMG proposed three scenarios for the future of health care in Jersey in a green paper consultation document.
KPMG carried out a six-month review of Health and released their consultation document on 30 May. In it, they warn that a ‘silver tsunami’ will hit the Island’s shores when the ageing population almost doubles by the year 2040.
The preferred Health scenario would see GPs installed at Accident and Emergency to attend to people with minor ailments, and possibly charging for the service. It would also mean Islanders taking much more responsibility for their health.
Health Minister Anne Pryke is urging Islanders to attend the public meetings about the proposals before the consultation period ends on 19 August.
• See today’s JEP for full report
