We work closely with local partner agencies, particularly Manchester City Council, health professionals such as GPs and dentists, voluntary and community organisations as well as our own staff to achieve this We are committed to working with patients, carers and the public to ensure that our services meet and respond to the needs of the diverse communities across the city As Chair and Managing Director of NHS Manchester, we believe that as a citywide organisation, we have a real opportunity to tackle health inequalities while responding to health needs at a very local level