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The Cabinet Office has announced that the term of our current Chair, Sir Robert Francis QC, has been extended until June 2024.Report -
Find out how we will continue to put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our work.News -
In partnership with Healthwatch and National Voices, new findings from The King's Fund highlight the critical role of administration in how people experience care.News -
The NHS’s plans to better use data held by GPs to support planning services and research has sparked a lot of discussion in recent weeks. We have been sharing your views to help shape the debate.News -
The Government has recently updated national hospital discharge guidance, taking on board our key recommendations. Take a look at what the improvements mean for you.News -
Healthwatch England National Director Imelda Redmond CBE has announced she will be stepping down from her role this autumn after four and half years leading the organisation.News -
You might think your feedback doesn’t have the power to change how health and social care services run. We want to show you how that isn’t the case.News -
NHS England has published a new report outlining changes to non-emergency patient transport services (NEPTS) and broader NHS transport support. Take a look at what the changes mean for you and your loved ones.Page -
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Your mental wellbeing is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.News -
Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.News -
The King’s Fund and Healthwatch England jointly call for urgent action to address hospital waiting lists and improve patients’ experience of delays to treatmentReport -
Take a look at the papers for our October Committee meetingResponse -
The NHS has published a plan for improving access to GP appointments for patients alongside supporting GPs and their teams.News -
Find out who’s in the running for a Healthwatch network award this yearNews -
We have co-signed an open letter addressed to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak calling for a recovery plan for NHS dentistry.Page -
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Our vision is "A world where we can all get the health and care we need", but our nation has a long way to travel before achieving this goal.News -
A record-breaking 5.7 million people are waiting for hospital care. In response, the Government is spending an extra £5.9 billion to tackle the problem. Our latest research looks at how the backlog is impacting the lives of those waiting.News -
Winners of the annual Healthwatch Awards, which celebrate the difference made by local Healthwatch staff and volunteers during the past 12 months, have been announced. Find out who won.News -
We're delighted to announce that Louise Ansari has been appointed as our new National Director at Healthwatch England.Response -
Find out what's in the Government's new social care plan and how it compares with what people have told us.Report -
Take a look at our supporting papers for the December committee meeting.Blog -
Lack of access to NHS dentistry has intensified as an issue for people over the last 18 months. Our latest research is a stark reminder that it is an issue decision-makers must react to now, to protect our health.