Public Question: Mr Patrick Ward

How will Southdown ensure that its proposed changes - perceived by many as unclear, rushed and framed in a way that obscures their true impact - do not result in vulnerable people losing vital long-term support and being pushed into crisis?

Specifically, can you ask Southdown to explain how a limited drop-in and short-term interventions will safely replace consistent, relationship-based care; what concrete plans are in place to prevent a cliff-edge loss of support once the current transition phase of three months has passed; how will all service users (including those unable to attend sessions or access digital feedback) be meaningfully included; and how will Southdown measure and be held accountable for any increase in crisis referrals or unmet need resulting from these changes?