News and reports

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust has secured a further £8 million for fire safety work in Torbay Hospital’s Tower Block and confirmed temporary service changes that will reduce occupancy in the building.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust has provided an update on work to improve fire safety within Torbay Hospital's Tower Block, including proposals to temporarily relocate some services while improvements are carried out.

In the second series of our national partner Healthwatch England's blogs on GP access, we look at the choices people have when booking GP appointments. Read their key findings and actions for healthcare leaders.

New figures show NHS dental teams delivered more treatment across England last year. But analysis from our national partners Healthwatch England shows the benefits for individual patients vary greatly. Read their blog below.

Our Chair, Dr Kevin Dixon, sat down with Joe Teape, Chief Executive of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, to talk about the challenges and opportunities facing health and care services across our communities.

People needing urgent care at Newton Abbot Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) are being asked to book a same-day appointment before attending from Monday 28 September 2026.