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Active participation of people with lived experience of inequality – Do we practice what we preach?

Do we enable people to play an active and influential part in our work? Get involved in new research that aims to find out.

Find out about the project and how you can have your say.

SmartSurvey - Your questions answered

What is Smart Survey and what's the benefit to my Healthwatch? We answer your questions about our new survey tool.

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"Levelling up the United Kingdom" white paper - what does it mean for Healthwatch?

The Government has recently published two white papers which may be important for Healthwatch at national and local levels. This article provides an overview of the "Levelling Up the United Kingdom" white paper.

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What’s in the COVID-19 winter plan?

The Government has published plans for tackling COVID-19 this autumn and winter. Our policy advisor Bren explains what's in the new plan.

Find out what the plan will focus on and what contingency steps might be taken.

15 September 2021

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Where we are focusing our support in 2021-22

Find out more about where we are focusing our support to help us reach a high performing and sustainable Healthwatch network.

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Annual report template 2020-21

Use this year's annual report template to showcase how your work has made a difference to services and the communities they serve.

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Volunteers' Week 2022: How to say a big thanks

Volunteers’ Week runs from 1-7 June. Say thanks and help raise awareness of why volunteering for Healthwatch matters.

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How to record demographic information and why it’s important

The pandemic has shown more than ever the importance of collecting demographic information to help us better draw conclusions about people’s experiences of health and care. Here is why it’s important, how we’re going to support you, and FAQs.

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Supporting your learning and development in 2022/23

Find out more about the events that are on offer this year.

Latest news from healthwatch.co.uk

Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. We have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform.

Healthwatch England chair to step down

Sir Robert Francis QC to step down as our chair and from the Care Quality Commission Board

Health and Care Bill granted Royal Assent in milestone for healthcare recovery and reform

Today, the Health and Care Bill has received Royal Assent, marking a milestone in the recovery and reform of how health and care services work together. Read our response.

Latest reports from healthwatch.co.uk

The public’s experience of monitoring their blood pressure at home

People increasingly use remote medical technologies to keep tabs on their health. We looked at people's experience monitoring their blood pressure from home to see what NHS services can learn.

Our public committee meeting December 2021

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

Our public committee meeting March 2022

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