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News and reports

Regulation of Physician Associates: Our response to General Medical Council’s consultation
In May 2024, we, National Voices and The Patients Association, wrote to the GMC in response to their consultation on regulating Physician Associates. Read our letter.
Response

Looking beyond the NHS Constitution to a meaningful Patient Promise
The review of the NHS Constitution is a unique opportunity to transform the Constitution into a meaningful contract between government, services, professionals and the public. We'd like it to become the NHS Patient Promise.
Blog

Our public Committee meeting May 2024
Take a look at our supporting papers for the May 2024 committee meeting.
Report

Our response to warning that pharmacy closures are at record high levels
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned of ‘skyrocketing’ levels of pharmacy closures this year.
Response

Digital health: the changing landscape of healthcare
From booking appointments to learning test results, healthcare is going digital. But what do patients think about digital healthcare? And where are there opportunities to improve?
Blog

Responding to the NHS Constitution Consultation
The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.
News

The three reasons why the push to increase the role of pharmacies is being undermined
William Pett, our Head of Policy, Public Affairs and Research reports that people welcome the launch of Pharmacy First. To harness the potential of community pharmacies, healthcare leaders need to address access barriers.
Blog

Pharmacy: what people want
Our report, "Pharmacy: what people want", explores the current state of pharmacy services and offers actions for healthcare leaders and the wider sector.
Report

What you told us about your local pharmacy services
Rising costs, closures and supply shortages are among the challenges for people who rely on pharmacy services.
Blog

What people living rurally have told us about their healthcare
Despite all the positives of rural living, people have told us they are struggling to access basic health care.
Blog

Deaf and hard of hearing people's healthcare experiences
It's important that deaf and hard-of-hearing people can get information in an accessible way. But feedback suggests not all services are complying with key legislation.
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