In Tynwald on Tue 18 May 2010, the Minister for Health, The Hon David Anderson MHK announced that he had written to the newly appointed UK Secretary of State for Health, The Rt Hon Andrew Lansley CBE MP to congratulate him on his appointment.
The Minister said: “I was delighted to hear of the appointment of Mr Andrew Lansley MP to the vitally important post of Secretary of State for Health in the UK.
I have sent a letter congratulating him on his appointment, as well as looking forward to working with him to reinforce the close links between the Manx and UK Health Services for the benefit of residents of both jurisdictions and strengthening our close relationships.
I also mentioned, in my letter, that the preparation of a draft new Reciprocal Health Agreement is well advanced and suggested that we could usefully meet in due course to discuss areas of mutual interest including the Reciprocal Health Agreement.”
The Minister has now received a reply from Mr Lansley, dated 19th May 2010 a copy of which is attached – Andrew Lansley UK Gov letter.
The Minister said:“ I am extremely pleased to have received such a prompt and positive response which bodes well for the future relationship between the UK and Isle of Man Health Services”
Hi there. The text says that the letter is attached but I can’t see it. Is it my settings or is it just not there? Would like to read it.
Hi JG thanks for your comment and apologies for the oversight. The letter is now included within the release.