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We share a number of issues in relation to the local Healthwatch regulations and ask for clarity to avoid any confusion.Response -
In response to NHS England consultation, we outline our expectations in terms of good consultation and engagement practice.Response -
Should there be ‘Ofsted-style’ ratings for health and social care providers? We share our views.News -
We celebrated the launch of the Healthwatch network on 1 April 2013 with a series of events across England.
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New findings from the Keogh Review show while there are examples of good care, there are areas where improvement is urgently required.
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Our annual report to Parliament outlines the role of Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch, as well as highlighting our activity over our first six months.Response -
New report proposes a shift in how urgent and emergency care is provided.Response -
The Secretary of State for Health, Jeremy Hunt, has today announced a series of changes to their contract with the NHS for 2014/15 that put a greater focus on patients.Response -
The government has accepted the recommendations made by Robert Francis, following the public inquiry in to the failings at Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust.News -
Healthwatch England launches its 12 week consultation to help shape our strategy for the next two years.
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To give you an idea of some of the ways we’ve helped, take a look at our round up of the top questions people ask us.News -
The NHS in England has published a ten year plan setting its priorities for the future.Blog -
Local Healthwatch aim to speak to every section of their community about their experiences of care. However, some communities face more issues than others when it comes to accessing the right support and find it difficult to have their views heard.News -
NHS Digital responds to the Healthwatch call to monitor emergency readmission rates and investigate the reasons why people return to hospital just 30 days after they have been discharged.News -
Healthwatch from across England shared their successes and concerns in Westminster to make sure people can have their say about changes to health services.Blog -
With 152 Healthwatch organisations across the country, we need to make good use of technology to help our teams connect and learn from each other. Read how we’re using an online community platform to help Healthwatch make more people’s voices heard.Report -
Take a look at our papers for our upcoming Committee Meeting.Blog -
Despite the publication of the Accessible Information Standard nearly three years ago, people continue to tell Healthwatch about their struggle to access NHS services. Find out how Healthwatch Redbridge have been making a difference.Report -
Find out what the public have been telling us about health and social care over the last three months.News -
We look at one of the issues people raise with Healthwatch and the steps GPs and Pharmacists can take to help people get the medication they need.News -
Greater Manchester and Healthwatch England have launched a new fund to strengthen the voice of local people in health and care reforms.Page -
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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.News -
The National Data Guardian played a central role in giving people more control over how their data is used by the NHS. Now you can have your say on what their priorities are as they move into their next phase.Report -
A research review highlights key themes and gaps in the evidence about involving people in decisions on health and care.News -
Complete our survey and have your say about how NHS services in your area should change.News -
People with personal experience of healthcare services explain why they think it’s essential that the public speak up about changes to local NHS care.News -
One woman shares what she thinks would make care better for people with long-term health conditions, based on her experience of type 1 diabetes.News -
Share your views to help improve NHS cancer support where you live.News -
Our new research explores what matters most to people when seeking emergency care. We look at how this information could be used to ensure NHS performance figures are more meaningful to the public.Report -
Our new research explores what matters most to people when seeking emergency care.News -
A woman shares her views about the importance of education – both for patients and professionals - to helping people look after their health.Report -
Download and view our accessible versions of our surveys to better understand what you would do to improve your local NHS.News -
Download and view our digital tools so that people can have their say on how to improve their local NHS.News -
A cancer survivor explains what made the biggest difference to him and his family whilst he was being treated for the disease.Blog -
It’s vital that patients are treated with compassion, and that professionals are empowered to show it. We look at four ways services can be more empathetic to improve care.News -
Have your say about how care should improve where you live.News -
People share how the NHS can empower them to take charge of their health and wellbeing.News -
One man shares his experience of mental health conditions and calls on others to do the same.News -
What can services do to give people more control over their health and wellbeing? It starts with clear communication.News -
When people complain about poor care, it can be a real opportunity for services to listen and change. We’ve highlighted five ways services can do this.News -
One man shares his views about what’s needed to improve support.News -
Complete our survey and help inform changes to NHS services where you live.
