HEALTH — INJURY MATTERS — BOARD

1481. Hon Alison Xamon to the parliamentary secretary representing the Minister for Health:

I refer to the composition of the board of Injury Matters, and I ask:

(a)  will the Minister consider implementing a requirement for health professionals to be represented on the board so that their perspectives and expertise can enhance injury prevention strategies;

(b)  if yes to (a), when; and

(c)  if not to (a), why not?

Hon Alanna Clohesy replied: I am advised that:

(a)  No.

(b)  Not applicable.

(c)  Injury Matters is an independent, not-for-profit organisation. The board of directors are elected by members at the Annual General Meeting.