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From 25 May 2018 people will be given the choice to opt out of sharing their patient information with the NHS for reasons other than their individual care. Read our response.Response -
New research from the Care Quality Commission shows that people regret not raising concerns about their care - but those who do raise concerns see improvements.Response -
The Care Quality Commission is calling on people to act with caution when using online medical services.Response -
Our Chair, Sir Robert Francis QC, responds to the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review, chaired by Baroness Julia Cumberlege.Response -
Using your feedback on care, we share with Government the issues we believe should be included in the objectives for the NHS for the year ahead. Read our recommendations.Response -
The government will today announce its plans to improve access to GPs, including same-day appointments for those that need them. Read on our response.Response -
Read our response to the latest NHS data on cancer support.Response -
We’ve called on NHS England to support people during any industrial action by staff.Response -
We have written a letter to NHS England to express our disappointment at the lack of progress in reviewing the legally-binding Accessible Information Standard.Response -
NHS England has unveiled plans to tackle a deepening staffing crisis. Read our response.Response -
With junior doctors staging a four-day strike, we urge all parties involved to find a resolution.Response -
Using your feedback on care, we share with the Government the issues we believe should be included in the objectives for the NHS for the years ahead. Read our recommendations.Response -
The NHS Assembly consulted staff, patient groups, carers, charities, and partners in health and social care for the report launched ahead of the 75th anniversary of the health service on 5 July. Read our response.Response -
Thousands more doctors and nurses will be trained in England every year as part of a 15-year workforce plan. Read our response.Response -
Healthwatch England welcomes NHS England’s simplification of cancer waiting times data. A simplified care timeline can help patients and their loved ones to have a better understanding of what milestones and timelines they can expect during their cancer treatment journey.Response -
We have welcomed the introduction of Martha's rule for hospital patients.Response -
Our response to NHS England's announcement on travel options for people facing long waits for care.Response -
Five organisations representing NHS leaders and patients join forces regarding on-going industrial action in the NHS.Response -
Healthwatch and national organisations representing patients and NHS leaders express concerns over Royal Mail plans to delay bulk mail of NHS appointment letters.Response -
Read our response to the increase in fees for NHS dental care.Response -
Our chief executive reflects on the findings of the King's Fund's latest report on the state of adult social care.Response -
Public satisfaction with the NHS has fallen to the lowest level ever recorded, according to analysis of the latest British Social Attitudes Survey.Response -
Senior NHS doctors in England have voted to accept an offer from the government on pay and conditions, following months of strike action. Read our response.Response -
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned of ‘skyrocketing’ levels of pharmacy closures this year.Response -
Today’s figures show that appointments for planned hospital treatment are at 7.6 million. Only 59% of patients waited under 18 weeks for elective care, while the NHS target is 92% of patients being seen in this timeframe.Response -
Lord Darzi’s Independent Investigation of the NHS highlights the NHS's problems but presents a chance for change. Read our response.Response -
Junior doctors in England have agreed on a deal to end NHS industrial action. Read our response.
