The visit comes after Peter was appointed Permanent Secretary to the Department of Health in April 2022, taking over from Richard Pengelly.  Organised via the ihcp, MD Healthcare senior management team took the opportunity to discuss with Peter ongoing issues independent providers face within the health and social care sector including, staffing, fees, home occupancy and COVID support.  

Peter also met residents and staff at both Beverly Lodge and Hollybank Manor on a tour by Home Manager, Joanne Roy. 

Lesley Megarity, Executive Chair at MD Healthcare commented, “We are delighted to welcome Peter May in his new role to our care home and to have the time to discuss the urgent concerns within the social care sector.  We look forward to continuing to work with him and other Department officials as we emerge from Covid-19 and look to a future where the Health Service and Social Care can work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for the people of Northern Ireland”