1. Healthwatch England Chair reappointed for a three-year term

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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.

  2. Equalities, Diversity and Inclusion - Our plan for 2021-22

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    Find out how we will continue to put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our work.

  3. Focus on NHS Admin is needed to improve people’s experiences of care

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    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.

  4. Patient data is crucial for the planning of health services - and so is building trust in how the NHS uses it.

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    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.

  5. Holistic welfare checks part of updated hospital discharge guidance

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    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.

  6. Imelda Redmond is stepping down after leading Healthwatch England for four and half years

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    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.

  7. What's the point? Nothing ever changes

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    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.

  8. Your views helped improve non-emergency patient transport services

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    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.

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  10. What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?

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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.

  11. Are you or your loved one waiting for hospital care? Share you views

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    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.

  12. People living in the poorest areas waiting longer for hospital treatment

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    The King’s Fund and Healthwatch England jointly call for urgent action to address hospital waiting lists and improve patients’ experience of delays to treatment

  13. Our public committee meeting October 2021 supporting materials

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    Take a look at the papers for our October Committee meeting

  14. NHS sets plan to improve GP access

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    The NHS has published a plan for improving access to GP appointments for patients alongside supporting GPs and their teams.

  15. Healthwatch Network Awards 2021: Shortlist announced

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    Find out who’s in the running for a Healthwatch network award this year

  16. NHS dentistry: We have co-signed an open letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer

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    We have co-signed an open letter addressed to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak calling for a recovery plan for NHS dentistry.

  17. This survey is now closed

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  18. Our equality, diversity and inclusion roadmap

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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.

  19. Waiting lists are inevitable. It's how we manage them that matters.

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    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.

  20. Healthwatch network award winners 2021 announced

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    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.

  21. Louise Ansari appointed as our new National Director

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    We're delighted to announce that Louise Ansari has been appointed as our new National Director at Healthwatch England.

  22. Social care: What is in the new plan?

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    Find out what's in the Government's new social care plan and how it compares with what people have told us.

  23. Our public committee meeting December 2021

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    Take a look at our supporting papers for the December committee meeting.

  24. Recovery of NHS dental care too slow to help thousands left in pain

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    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.