Local AM Paul Davies this week raised concerns over the recent Community Health Council merger in the Chamber with the Minister for Health and Social Services, Edwina Hart.

Paul Davies said, "I raised the issue of the merger of Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire CHCs to form Hywel Dda CHC, with the aim of getting assurances that the local voice of patients in Pembrokeshire will not be lost as part of this process.

I will continue to remain perseverant in my efforts to ensure that these voices continue to be represented and heard on this new super CHC. Community Health Councils have a vital role in representing the views of the people and it is imperative that the Assembly Government secures this and addresses the concerns raised effectively and efficiently.

It is crucial that the voices of patients in Pembrokeshire who now find themselves on the periphery of Hywel Dda CHC are being heard and dealt with."