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Corridor care in hospitals - Healthwatch response
Our national partner Healthwatch England's response to the latest NHS performance statistics.
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What makes a care home feel like home?
Small changes can make a big difference. The lates blog from our national partner Healthwatch England looks at what care homes did differently after visits from local Healthwatch.
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Health Bill debate raises questions about the future of Healthwatch
The Health Bill had its Second Reading in the House of Commons on Monday 1 June.
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NHS physiotherapy: what people are telling Healthwatch
As the demand for physiotherapy grows, people are telling Healthwatch about long waits for care, remote-only support and confusing referrals routes. Read their stories, and what needs to change to boost this vital area of NHS care in the latest…
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The Health Bill - Healthwatch response
Our national partners Healthwatch England have responded to the new Health Bill, which includes legislation to support creation of a Single Patient Record.
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Healthwatch is here for you
A new bill will change how patients are heard, but until it becomes law, you can continue to expect the same service from Healthwatch.
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What do people experience when they need an ambulance?
Over the past seven years, thousands of people have shared their experiences of ambulance services with us. And last month, those voices helped shape…
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Our position on GP access
More than a million people have an appointment with their general practice every day, and most are satisfied with the quality of care they receive.…
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AI in NHS care: what’s the impact, and what do people think?
As the Government attempts to ‘make the NHS the most AI-enabled care system in the world’, the public’s early experiences show it may be causing as…
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Latest reports and publications
Our Quarterly Impact & Activity Report: January to March 2026
Our latest Quarterly Impact & Activity Report highlights what people have told us about health and social care services, how we have engaged with communities, and how this insight is helping to improve services across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay.
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Understanding Digital Healthcare Access in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay
Our report exploring how people across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay access healthcare through digital systems, including GP online services, hospital portals and the NHS App.
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