Protect Specialist Palliative Care at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon
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1,369 signatures
- More than 250 signatures: considered by the Petitions CommitteeReached
- More than 10,000 signatures: considered for a debate in the SeneddNot reached
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is consulting on proposals that include closing the eight-bed Specialist Palliative Care ward at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon and increasing care at home. While home care is important, inpatient specialist beds remain essential for patients with complex needs, those without suitable home support, and families requiring respite. Removing the ward would reduce choice and local access to end-of-life care.
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This proposal affects residents across Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend.
Inpatient specialist palliative care supports patients with complex symptom management needs that cannot always be safely delivered at home. It also provides respite and clinical reassurance for families during extremely difficult circumstances.
We ask the Senedd to seek:
• Current and historical occupancy data for the eight beds • Projected future demand • An equality and rural access impact assessment • Details of how expanded home provision will be funded and staffed
Any service change must be evidence-based and protect patient choice.
Signatures by constituency
The Senedd's petitions website lists 1,351 of the 1,369 signatures under a Senedd constituency.
| Constituency | Signatures |
|---|---|
| Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr | 1,111 |
| Afan Ogwr Rhondda | 80 |
| Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni | 52 |
| Pen-y-bont Bro Morgannwg | 24 |
| Brycheiniog Tawe Nedd | 22 |
| Caerdydd Penarth | 13 |