7 May 2015

Southern DHB approves Compass Food Services Proposal

Southern District Health Board approved the Compass food services proposal at its meeting today.

Staff were informed of this decision immediately.

“This has been a contentious issue and a difficult time for staff. We will support all affected staff through the process of transferring to Compass and will work with Compass to ensure that any job losses are at a minimum,” Southern DHB Board Chair Joe Butterfield said.

“The community can be assured that food will continue to be of a high quality and that the range of meals and nutritional content will be improved.

“The supply of food will remain secure. Compass are experts in providing meals in situations where supplies would otherwise be interrupted and contingency plans will be in place for any natural events.

“It is important that the DHB reduces it deficit so that it can continue to provide the health services the community needs. We need to ensure that we work to be more efficient and make changes that will reduce our expenditure without compromising the quality of care.”

ENDS

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