7.1 Embed health inequalities as part of financial decision making in the trust - including pathway review and design, business case approval and cost improvement programmes.
7.2 Work with commissioners and external organisations to identify funding opportunities for health inequalities initiatives.
7.3 Ensure opportunities are identified to invest in services that will prevent and mitigate healthcare inequalities and realise longer term benefits.
7.4 Purchase supplies and services from organisations that embed social value to make positive environmental, social and economic impacts.
7.5 Procure goods and services locally (within the catchment area of the trust) to boost local economies and reduce inequalities.