MEMBERSHIP BOARD REPORT

Ben Hudson, Andrew Rawstorn, Caroline Christie, Hana Royal, Simon Wynn Thomas

I would like to dedicate this report to everyone in the primary care sector who has been involved in the delivery of healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic. Clinicalandadministrationstaff alikehaveworked tirelesslythroughoutthistime, withmany peopleworking sevendaysaweek, monthaftermonth. We haveagain shown justhow effectiveand essentialapartofthehealthworkforceweare. Whether it has been providing vaccinations, safe and timely provision of antiviral medications to vulnerable patients, social and practical support to those in need, or simply by being a trusted source of advice on self-care, our work has helped to enable most people with COVID-19 to be safely managed in the community. I would especially like to acknowledge the work done by the Canterbury Primary Response Group (CPRG) whose task has been a complex one. The support provided by Pegasus has also proved essential in ensuring that community management was achieved. Prompt payment for COVID-19 related services made it easier for general practiceteams to shiftresourceawayfrom traditionalfee-for-servicecare, towards COVID-19 care. My thanks also to the 24 Hour Surgery team who have again led thewayin creatingand swiftly deliveringinnovativemodels ofcare in unprecedented times. Heading into the holiday period, I hope that you will all get the opportunity to take a well-earned break.

I am looking forward to working with Barry Bragg, the new Chair of Pegasus. Having met Barry, I know that Pegasus is in safe and capable hands, continuing the excellent work carried out under his predecessor, Peter Townsend. Peter's 15 year association with Pegasus cannot go unmentioned. Thanks Peter for everything. You have done so much for us.

Simon Wynn Thomas Pegasus Membership Board Chair and GP