News and reports

The cost of living remains a barrier to health, particularly for people on low incomes, and those requiring dental care.

Emma can't afford dental care for their children. Because of stories like hers, we're calling for reform of NHS dentistry.

In our 2022-23 annual report, we share the value that the public's voices bring to health and social care services. Read about our work and the next steps we plan to take.

The healthcare system is facing its biggest challenges yet. In our annual report, we show how listening to the voices of the public can lead to a system that works better for everyone.

Our chief executive reflects on the findings of the King's Fund's latest report on the state of adult social care.

Local Healthwatch wins Impact Award in a tight competition showcasing the outstanding work done to improve care over the last year.

Read our response to the increase in fees for NHS dental care.

As part of the dental recovery plan, dental practices will benefit from extra cash for taking on new NHS patients from today, Friday 1 March, to improve access. Read our response.

Using experiences of care from over 10 million people collected over the past ten years, we have a bold vision for the NHS in 2030. Find out where we think the NHS should be in six years and how it can get there.

Discover what funding the Healthwatch network has received to carry out its statutory activities in 2023-24.

Healthwatch and national organisations representing patients and NHS leaders express concerns over Royal Mail plans to delay bulk mail of NHS appointment letters.

NHS England has today announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.