NHS boards were informedin July 2005 that they would be consulted by the new regional transport partnershipsto ensure that regional transport strategies address access to health care facilities.Boards were also advised that they should, as far as possible, act consistentlywith the regional transport strategies applying in their area.Also when a proposal for a servicechange is to be submitted to me for approval, I expect the impact of the proposedchange on the travel arrangements of patients, carers, visitors...