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Setting Up and Running PPG
Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) are groups of patients who work with their GP practice to help improve services. NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) describes a PPG as a group of people who volunteer to work with their GP…
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The NHS App says I can book a GP appointment. So why can’t I?
Healthwatch Nottingham and Nottinghamshire regularly hear from people who are confused about how to access GP appointments online. One of our volunteers, Helen, recently tried to understand why booking through the NHS App isn’t always possible in…
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Protect the Future of Local Healthwatch – Sign our Petition
Healthwatch Nottingham & Nottinghamshire urge you to sign our petition to review the decision to abolish independent local Healthwatch.
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131 Local Healthwatch Services Unite to Oppose Government Plans to Undermine Independent Public Voice
131 local Healthwatch services across England have signed a powerful open letter to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, urging the government to reconsider proposals that would bring public voice functions under the control of local…
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Our Response to the NHS 10-Year Plan and Future of Local Healthwatch
As changes to the NHS are proposed, Healthwatch Nottingham and Nottinghamshire remains committed to championing the voices of our communities, ensuring that people’s experiences continue to shape health and care services.
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Medication Access Challenges Leave Patients Vulnerable: HWNN New Report Calls for Change
Our latest report reveals the significant impact of medication shortages on pharmacy services and patient care across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Over 280 residents shared their experiences, highlighting both the strengths and areas needing…
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Latest News in Health and Social Care: February 2026 Newsletter
Welcome to the Healthwatch Nottingham & Nottinghamshire February 2026 Newsletter!
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November 2025 Newsletter: End of Year Edition
In our final edition of the year, we include updates on the future of Healthwatch, and an illustration of our organisational strategy. We also…
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September Newsletter
Key highlights include our updates on the future of Healthwatch, highlights from our new Enter and View report, and details on our upcoming virtual…
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Latest reports and publication
Enter & View: West Lodge
On 11 November 2025, Healthwatch Nottingham and Nottinghamshire carried out an Enter and View visit to West Lodge Care Home to understand residents’ lived experiences, with a particular focus on spiritual and cultural life, social connection, and emotional wellbeing. Overall, the visit found a warm, inclusive, and caring environment where residents feel safe, respected, and well supported by a compassionate and culturally diverse staff team. While many examples of good practice were observed, a small number of practical issues were identified that, if addressed, could further enhance residents’ day-to-day quality of life.
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Patient, Carer and Family Reference Group
Healthwatch Nottingham and Nottinghamshire (HWNN) was commissioned to support the development of a Patient, Carer and Family Reference Group (PCFRG) within Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
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