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Healthwatch core skills framework 2025/26
This framework will help you see the skills you use in your role, identify any gaps and find the support you need to develop or fine tune them.
Guidance
Annual report template 2024 - 25
Download the new annual report template to showcase your best projects and how you have made a difference for local people in the last year.
Guidance
How to develop a communications strategy
Find out the critical ingredients for developing communications strategy and access our communications strategy template.
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Guide: Data processing and protection
This guidance explains the current data protection law and what this will mean for your local Healthwatch.
Guidance
How to complete our annual local Healthwatch survey
To ensure we give you the right support, please fill in the Annual Survey and tell us how things work on the ground for you and the constraints you face locally.
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How to write and pitch your story to the media
Having your story covered by a local paper or influencer is a great way to reach more people and encourage your community to share their views about local services.
Here are some top tips to help you write and pitch your story or press notice.
Here are some top tips to help you write and pitch your story or press notice.
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A guide to Enter and View
Find out more about Healthwatch powers to Enter and View health and care services, including key questions to ask during each stage of the process.
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Consent for case studies and photography
It's important that you have consent for any case studies or photography you use. Read our guidance on how to ask for consent in your local work, and steps when using Healthwatch England photography.
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