We also carry out patient satisfaction surveys to find out what people think of their health services. LHC's Members Lothian Health Council is made up of 20 members from all over Lothian. They are volunteers who join for a term of 4 years.
Members receive no payment for their work, although they can claim travelling expenses.
The members are supported by a team of 6 full-time staff who are based at the office in Torphichen Street, Edinburgh. The Health Council meets monthly to discuss NHS issues which affect people in Lothian. They usually meet on the last Tuesday of the month. The staff's work includes supporting the work of the members and operating an advice and information service from the Health Council office.