News and reports

With funding now secured for design and planning for a new St Mary’s hospital now progressing. Have your say on the design and planning phase by attending a public consultation and completing a survey. Find out more.

February is Heart Month. Read our article to learn more about how heart issues are affecting people in the UK, what you can do to help and the symptoms.

Time to talk day takes place on 05 February 2026. It encourages open conversations about mental health in workplaces, communities, and at home. Read our article for more.

4 February 2026 marks the annual World Cancer Day, led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC). Read our article for more.

Join our hybrid event to address the factors contributing to poor mental health with young people.

On Thursday 13 November, Healthwatch Westminster and Healthwatch Kensington and Chelsea attended an annual conference hosted by the Community and Maternity Champions. Find out more.

Healthwatch England's latest research shows that too many men are missing out on the NHS Health Check, which is essential in preventing illness and saving lives. Find out more.

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.