Following the abolishment of Healthwatch, we explore what must be considered when designing what comes next for patient voice ...

The evidence is mounting that social prescribing is an effective way to help people with a diverse range of issues.

Responding to the latest Covid-19 Inquiry report, the King’s Fund says the NHS is weaker than in 2020, under strain and ...

This report explores public satisfaction with the NHS and social care in 2025. 26% of British adults were satisfied with how ...

‘Previous experience shows that a focus on cutting costs makes collaboration – key to strategic commissioning – harder’ Lillie Wenzel It appears that ICBs’ role as commissioners will be the main ...

We are living through a time of profound transformation and disruption, including technological acceleration, demographic shifts, and growing complexity across health and care – all taking place ...

As the health and care system enters a period of profound change with the forthcoming publication of the government’s 10-Year Health Plan, the abolition of NHS England, and growing pressures on ...

On 27 June 2025, the government announced plans to close Healthwatch England. This research explores what can be learned from the Healthwatch model, including what has worked well, what the challenges ...

This report considers the potential of place-based partnerships to improve population health and support truly integrated care, and highlights principles to guide their development and the support ...

This question changed in 2021. In previous years the question specified social care provided by local authorities. In 2021 the reference to local authorities was removed and instead the question asked ...

What impact will 'Fit for the Future: The 10 Year Health Plan for England' have for people, patients, staff and the health and care system? We analyse the key areas of the government's plan.