1. Cervical screening my way

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    Our national partner Healthwatch England’s report unpacks women’s experiences of cervical screening and sets our recommendations for healthcare leaders.

    A summary of the report is below. You can download the full report and a large print version further down this page.

  2. Government orders investigation into failing maternity services

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    The Government has ordered a rapid investigation of up to 10 failing maternity services to ‘provide truth and accountability for impacted families and drive urgent improvements’.

  3. Trans and non-binary people face hurdles at every stage of primary care

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    Our national partner Healthwatch England's self-selecting survey of nearly 1,400 trans and non-binary adults highlights that only 53% rate their GP practice as 'good' for general care.

  4. What choices do you have at your GP practice?

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    Healthwatch England have published new research showing that there are significant gaps between the choices patients want when booking a GP appointment and the ones they are offered. But what choices should you get at your GP practice?

  5. Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust welcomes Care Quality Commission reports

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    Inpatient and community children’s services run by Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as good by the Care Quality Commission following unannounced inspections last year.

  6. The hidden wait to be prescribed ADHD medication

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    People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are facing long waiting times to get their diagnosis. However, our research reveals that even after they are diagnosed, people face another wait to get the medication they need to help them manage their condition.

  7. What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

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    Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.

  8. What are parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities telling us?

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    Parents across England are speaking up about the challenges they face getting the right specialist support for their children and how families are often left struggling to get the care their children deserve. Read the latest blog from our national partners Healthwatch England below.

  9. 'Stop It Now' South West Campaign Launched

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    More than 23,000 people across the South West sought support concerned about child sexual abuse in 2025 as agencies across the South West join forces with national charity to tackle online child sexual abuse