News and reports

Healthwatch England published new research showing that there are significant gaps between the choices patients want when booking a GP appointment and the ones they are offered. Find out more.

Read about the Government's plans around the future of Healthwatch and what this means for you.

New research from Healthwatch England reveals that people who have a sensory impairment or a learning disability continue to face difficulty communicating with services.

In partnership with Healthwatch Kensington & Chelsea, we held an away day on Wednesday 28 May to foster collaboration and celebrate achievements with our staff and advisory board members.

Healthwatch England’s latest research has revealed the growing problem of inaccurate NHS patient records — and how these mistakes are affecting people’s care, safety, and trust in the health system.

In October 2024, the Government launched its biggest ever public consultation about the future of the NHS to ensure that people’s experiences and ideas help shape a new 10-Year Health Plan for England.

In partnership with Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch, we undertook a survey from July to September 2024 to understand people’s experiences of eye care services.

Healthcare Central London are hosting a series of events to listen to your experiences about accessing your GP in Westminster.

NHS North West London is carrying out a public consultation to understand how planned care can be improved. Find out how you can get involved.

Healthwatch Westminster offers confidential advice and signposting to inform residents of their options and how to get the help they need.

Over 100,000 North West London residents shared their views about GP access in a public survey developed by NHS North West London, local GPs and patient representatives. Learn more about the key findings.

Student Volunteering Week is a week-long celebration that is taking place from 10 to 16 February 2025. Find out about the volunteering opportunities available at Healthwatch.