Issue details

PHPP-01-18: Authorisation of Proper Officer under Public Health legislation

To confirm the authorisation of the Consultants in Communicable Disease Control (CCDCs) and other equivalently qualified deputising officers in Public Health England South West as Proper Officers as required by Public Health legislation.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 13/02/2018

Decision due: Not before 21 Mar 2018 by Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, Public Health and Public Protection

Department: Public Health

Contact: Email: john.carter@wiltshire.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Consultation has been carried out with Public Health England in relation to powers contained in the Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984 (as amended) and the Health Protection (Notification) Regulations 2010. A memorandum of understanding between Wiltshire Council and Public Health England South West to meet the requirements of the aforementioned legislation is currently in place.

Decisions