News and reports

The conference took place on the morning of Tuesday 11th November 2025
at the Worcester Rugby Football Club

In recent weeks, you may have seen media reports regarding the Secretary of State for Health’s plans to abolish 200 arms-length bodies as part of the new 10-year NHS plan. This will include Healthwatch England and Local Healthwatch. We also understand that the legislation to make this change will be in place in October 2026.

🧠💚 Mental Health Awareness Week | 12–18 May 2025 💚🧠

This year's theme is 'Community', below you will find some useful links to mental health community support in Worcestershire.

This event has now taken place on Thursday 22nd May at 10 am and our Public Board Meeting at 2:15pm.

Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

Healthwatch Worcestershire's response to the NHS about Phase 3 Engagement on the draft Integrated Care Strategy for Herefordshire and Worcestershire

Healthwatch Worcestershire's submission to H&SC Committee Inquiry into NHS Dentistry

Reforming the Mental Health Act – Consultation responses from Healthwatch Worcestershire

NHS Eligibility Criteria for Non-Emergency Patient Transport Healthwatch Worcestershire Consultation Response

Healthwatch Worcestershire's letter to NHS England West Midlands about dental services during the Covid-19 pandemic