The SSNGM achieves its remit through the establishment, co-ordination, and support of a network structure which allocates specific areas of responsibility to a range of groups. Below details the remit of each of the network governance groups.
Oversight board
The network Oversight Board provides strategic leadership and decision making on the future genomics strategy for Scotland, and reports to the chief executives of NHS boards and the Scottish Government.
Steering Group
The network Steering Group direct the work of the Network following requests passed down from the Oversight Board and recommendations of the Genomics Transformation Team. It acts as a forum for discussion and advice for others within the network, for example if a particular working group requires advice or support to achieve its objective(s).
Patient Advisory Group
The SSNGM has established a patient advisory group to ensure patient and public engagement across the SSNGM. The group will be co-chaired by Natalie Frankish, Genetic Alliance UK, and Caroline Donoghue, Scottish Cancer Coalition.
Communities of Interest
The Communities of Interest are groups of experts who have been supporting the work of the network. They play an essential role in driving forward delivery plans and can be called to provide expert advice on specific areas of the network, be a part of working groups, or help with strategy implementation.
They are 6 communities of interest : Cancer – Solid Tumours, Laboratory Genetics, Education & Workforce, Ethics & Consent , Rare & inherited Disease, Cancer -Haemato-Oncology. When required, members of the network will be invited to participate or nominate an expert to join groups driving forward the objectives of the network. The membership of the Communities of Interest will continue to grow with the network, and we would like to thank all of you who provide your invaluable expertise.
Working Groups
Working groups are commissioned pending on the current priorities of the network (See our work page) and following recommendations from the Genomics Transformation Team and the Steering Group. Each working group has a dedicated lead person and is formed using representatives from the relevant facets depending on the subject matter and the set objective. Working groups are supported by members of the Genomics Transformation Team and will report directly to the Steering Group.
Annual Reports
The SSNGM recently published its first annual report for the year 2022/23 which can be viewed by clicking the link below or downloading.