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If you want to stay in touch with our plans or share your views on the future development of the ambulance service in the South West, then please consider becoming a member.
Why do Foundation Trusts have members?
What are the benefits of becoming a member?
What does being a member mean?
Becoming a member
Upcoming events
Why do Foundation Trusts have members?
Foundation Trusts are democratic organisations. Based on the concept of mutual organisations or cooperative societies, Foundation Trusts operate in the public interest. By having a membership which engages with the Trust and lets us know how they feel about the services we provide, makes us more accountable to the local community.
What are the benefits of becoming a member?
As a member you can expect:
- Regular jargon free communications to keep you informed about your ambulance service.
- To be able to take advantage of a range of offers available through NHS Discounts.
- Information on a range of health issues and health promotions topics.
- Free health screening at planned events such as blood pressure or blood sugar checks.
- Opportunities to participate in surveys and consultations.
- Information and training for those who want to find out about becoming a Governor.
- The chance to stand for election to the Council of Governors and to vote for somebody to represent you no the council.
The main benefit of being a member is that you can make your voice heard. In doing so, you can help us to help you by continually striving to improve our performance.
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What does being a member mean for you?
Membership is free and the level of your involvement is entirely up to you. We therefore have three levels of membership:
Level 1: simply receive a regular newsletter about the Trust’s activities.
Level 2: participate in consultations and surveys to have a direct say in the future of the Trust.
Level 3: stand for election to the Council of Governors.
If you are already a member of any other Foundation Trust you can still become a member of our Foundation Trust, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria.
To be a member, you must:
- Be over 16.
- Live, or own a second home, in Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset or Somerset.
- Not have a record of aggressive or violent behaviour against any of the Trust’s employees, have been dismissed from employment by the Trust, or been removed as a member of another Foundation Trust.
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Becoming a member
You can become a member:
Online: complete the online application form by clicking here.
By post: print off a form by clicking here or contact the Membership Office on 01392 261526 or via ft@swast.nhs.uk so that a form can be sent out to you.
You can withdraw your membership at any time by contacting the Membership office on 01392 261526 or via ft@swast.nhs.uk. The data you supply will be used only to contact you about the Trust, membership or other related issues and will be stored in accordance with the Data Protection Act. For full details contact the Membership Office.
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Upcoming events
This page is being constantly updated.
| Date & Time | Event | Venue |
| 19 January 2012 |
Council of Governors Meeting |
Sandy Park Conference Centre, Exeter, EX2 7NN |
| 21 March 2012 |
Council of Governors Meeting |
The Lifeboat College, West Quay Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1HZ |
| 9 May 2012 |
Council of Governors Meeting |
Lyngford House, Selworthy Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8HD |
| 12 September 2012 |
Council of Governors Meeting |
Sandy Park Conference Centre, Exeter, EX2 7NN |
| 7 November 2012 |
Council of Governors Meeting |
Sandy Park Conference Centre, Exeter, EX2 7NN |
| 13 February 2013 |
Council of Governors Meeting |
The Lifeboat College, West Quay Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1HZ |
All meetings commence at 11.00am unless otherwise stated.
Members are very welcome to attend meetings of the Council of Governors. All we ask is that you contact us to let us know on 01392 261502 or via corporate.secretariat@swast.nhs.uk
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