News and reports

In July last year, we published our findings of experiences you shared about trying to get cancer care. Thanks to this insight, the NHS has simplified their process so people can better understand what to expect.

The NHS published their primary care recovery plan last May, and thanks to so many of you sharing your feedback about your experiences, we ensured it promised lots of changes.

Thanks to over 2,500 people who shared their views on the six-week check-up, we have ensured that the NHS prioritises mental health support for new parents.

We've looked at feedback about what works and what doesn't when it comes to outpatient care. Learn the key issues and read our recommendations.

We have detailed the declarations of interests for our Committee. For example, connection with a voluntary or other body or position in a political party.

Professor Sultan Mahmud joins the Healthwatch England Committee.

Five organisations representing NHS leaders and patients join forces regarding on-going industrial action in the NHS.

Homeless people have worse mental and physical health than the general population. Our research shows issues with access to the health and social care they need.

Long wait times for autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) support can have a severe impact on individuals. We look at what people have already told us and urge you to come forward if you have been affected.

From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

Social care reform is desperately needed to ensure the public can get the help they're entitled to, and that teams have the support they need to deliver this care.

As part of our report The public’s perspective: The state of health and social care, we have set out recommendations for decision makers across ten key areas.