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More GP appointments to be offered face-to-face to those who need it

NHS England has issued new guidance to GP practices across the country on facilitating more face-to-face appointments for patients.

Elderly people in a care home doing group exercise

Health and Social Care Committee Report: our response

We responded to Health and Social Care Committee (HSCC) report following the Government’s White Paper proposals for the reform of Health and Social Care.

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Tackling inequalities in health and care

Our updated strategy includes a stronger focus to understand and amplify the views of those who are not heard by health and care services. Our national director explains why.

Response to death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

Sir Robert Francis QC, Chair of Healthwatch England responds on behalf of our staff and volunteers.

Doctor and senior woman wearing facemasks during coronavirus pandemic.

Our advice on the NHS objectives 2021/22

Each year, we share with Government the issues we believe should be included in the objectives for the NHS for the year ahead. Read our recommendations.

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GP access review must be part of NHS COVID-19 recovery

Our research shows that tens of thousands of people struggled to contact or see their doctor during the first year of the pandemic. Find out more in our new report.

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DNACPR review - the need for personalised, honest and sensitive conversations

Our response to CQC's report, ‘Protect, respect, connect – decisions about living and dying well during COVID-19.'

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Is NHS 111 First making a difference?

During COVID-19, people have relied on NHS 111 more than ever to get urgent medical advice. Our latest research looks at people's experiences of NHS 111 and awareness of the new A&E time slot booking service.

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Tackling unfair health differences will need those in power to listen

In our annual report to Parliament, our Chair Sir Robert Francis QC reflects on the role the public can play in tackling the challenges brought about by COVID-19.

A woman getting her vaccine

Getting to vaccine centres more of a barrier for Black communities

When it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine, much has been written about the mistrust among certain communities but is this the only factor preventing uptake?

22 February 2021

Pregnant woman wearing a mask at a doctor's appointment

Health and Care White Paper - our response

We welcome the plans to strengthen health and care legislation set out in the White Paper today.

11 February 2021

Asian dentist

Warnings of dentistry crisis as public concerns continue

We urge the Government to take urgent action to address issues with access to NHS dental care as we continue to hear from people about their poor experiences.

8 February 2021

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