Hospital needs improvement in infection control
Patients at Perth Royal Infirmary told inspectors that they were happy with the standard of cleaning at the hospital – an observation matched by the inspectors themselves. A new report published from the Healthcare Environment Inspectors did however call for improvements to infection control. It included recommendations on linen procedures, a review of sinks and taps and the development of a single cleaning schedule.
Crime at lowest in a decade
Crime in Tayside is at its lowest level in a decade. Tayside Joint Police Board heard the report from Chief Constable Justine Curran yesterday in Perth. Figures have represented over 2500 fewer victims of crime in the region with reductions made in crimes such as housebreaking, vandalism as well as violent offences. Performance figures are said to be excellent according to Convenor Ian Mackintosh, with sickness levels at an all time low and morale high amongst the staff.
Children's Minister visits Loch Leven Campus
Children's Minister Adam Ingram visited the Loch leven Community Campus yesterday where he met with pupils and took on board their comments on school meals. New figures have shown a higher uptake in pupils taking school meals – Loch Leven has seen a marked increase from 27 percent to 68. Perth and Kinross is a leading area for the positive response and the Minister had high praise for those working in partnership in the area.
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