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CQC rates surgical services at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn as 'Requires Improvement'
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has found that surgical services at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn require improvement after identifying concerns about patient safety, governance and the hospital environment. While inspectors praised…
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Matt's Story: Lost Between Services – The Human Cost of Mental Health System Gaps
Matt’s story highlights the challenges many people can face when trying to access mental health support. Through his experience, we explore the barriers he encountered, the impact these had on his wellbeing, and why listening to people’s voices is…
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Changes to Healthwatch and Patient Voice
What could the proposed abolition of Healthwatch mean for patient voice and independent scrutiny in the NHS? Read our overview of the new Health Bill and the potential impact on public involvement, accountability, and local health services.
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Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough: Helping to Shape the Future of Policing
Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough recently worked with local residents to help improve policing for people with autism, other neurodiverse conditions, and their carers. This first-of-its-kind event gave participants the opportunity to share…
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Government Publishes Landmark National Cancer Plan for England
The Government has published its National Cancer Plan for England, outlining a decade-long strategy to improve cancer outcomes through faster diagnosis, quicker treatment, and better support for patients. Key commitments include meeting all NHS cancer…
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NHS England Publishes Community Mental Health Survey 2024: National Qualitative Report
NHS England’s latest Community Mental Health Survey 2024: National Qualitative Report shares patients’ experiences, highlighting what’s working well and where services could improve. Find out the key themes and insights from this national report.
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Top tips for getting the right support from health and care services
Navigating health and social care services can sometimes feel confusing. Our latest article shares practical tips to help you find the right support…
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Have your say on the future of Healthwatch in Cambridgeshire
The future of Healthwatch in Cambridgeshire is changing, and local people are being invited to help shape what comes next. Cambridgeshire County…
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Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Thursday 16th July 2026
Our July 2026 Board meeting will include an update on our activity since our meeting in March and an update from our Information and Signposting…
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Latest reports and publication
Neurodiversity Report - Barriers autistic young people face when accessing primary care services
Autistic young people continue to face significant barriers when accessing GP services, from communication challenges to sensory overload and inflexible systems. This co-produced report shares their lived experiences and highlights what needs to change. Read the findings and recommendations to understand how primary care can become more accessible and inclusive.
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Field House Care Home Enter and View Report
We have published a new Enter and View report following a visit to Field House Care Home in Spalding, Peterborough.
As part of our statutory role, trained Healthwatch Authorised Representatives visited the service to observe care delivery, speak with residents, relatives and staff, and identify areas of good practice alongside opportunities for improvement. The report outlines the findings from the visit, recommendations made, and responses from the service provider.
As part of our statutory role, trained Healthwatch Authorised Representatives visited the service to observe care delivery, speak with residents, relatives and staff, and identify areas of good practice alongside opportunities for improvement. The report outlines the findings from the visit, recommendations made, and responses from the service provider.
Find out more