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Urgent Call to Protect Independent Patient Voice – Open Letter from Healthwatch Leaders
We have today sent a press release to local press regarding the Open letter signed by 131 local Healthwatch services across … Read more
Have your say – take part in our online surveys
So we can hear from as many people as possible, as well as going out to the local community to … Read more
The risks of losing the independent voice – Our response to the Dash review
Earlier this week the Dash Patient Safety review was published. Its recommendations have been incorporated into the NHS 10 Year … Read more
Silencing the independent voice
Reports over the weekend suggest that as part of the NHS 10 year plan local Healthwatch will no longer exist. … Read more
Government announces measures to improve women’s experience of cervical screening
The NHS has announced plans to roll out digital invitations and reminders for cervical screenings via the NHS App. As part of a … Read more
Volunteers Week
As volunteer week comes to an end, we would like to thank again all of our volunteers for their hard … Read more
ADHD diagnosis: long waits on the NHS need urgent attention
New Healthwatch England research has highlighted how a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can change people’s lives, giving … Read more
Healthwatch Surrey – utilising resident insights to support our system partners
At Healthwatch Surrey we provide information and signposting to local residents to support them to get the help they need. … Read more
We are recruiting: Information and Admin Officer post – closes 9 June 2025
Are you a proactive, self-motivated individual with excellent attention to detail? We are recruiting for an Information and Admin Officer. … Read more
Response from Glenlyn Medical Centre
We are pleased to receive a detailed response to our report and recommendations about Glenlyn Medical Centre. They told us … Read more