Australian Capital Territory Numbered Acts

HEALTH SERVICES ACT 1990 (NO. 62 OF 1990) - SECT 5

5. The primary objectives of the Board are as follows:

        (a)     to promote, protect and improve the health of the residents of the Territory;

        (b)     to achieve and maintain adequate standards of health care and health services;

        (c)     to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources in the provision of health services;

        (d)     to ensure the equitable provision of health services;

        (e)     to ensure that health services are readily accessible;

        (f)     to improve community awareness and understanding of health issues;

        (g)     to contribute to and promote the development of a healthy environment.