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CQC rates surgical services at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn as 'Requires Improvement'
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has found that surgical services at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn require improvement after identifying concerns about patient safety, governance and the hospital environment. While inspectors praised…
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Matt's Story: Lost Between Services – The Human Cost of Mental Health System Gaps
Matt’s story highlights the challenges many people can face when trying to access mental health support. Through his experience, we explore the barriers he encountered, the impact these had on his wellbeing, and why listening to people’s voices is…
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Changes to Healthwatch and Patient Voice
What could the proposed abolition of Healthwatch mean for patient voice and independent scrutiny in the NHS? Read our overview of the new Health Bill and the potential impact on public involvement, accountability, and local health services.
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Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough: Helping to Shape the Future of Policing
Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough recently worked with local residents to help improve policing for people with autism, other neurodiverse conditions, and their carers. This first-of-its-kind event gave participants the opportunity to share…
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NHS Launches Campaign to Promote Online GP Access
NHS England has launched the “Tap it, type it and we’ll take care of it” campaign to encourage patients to contact their GP using secure online forms. While this can offer greater convenience and flexibility, it may not suit everyone. Healthwatch…
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Government Publishes Landmark National Cancer Plan for England
The Government has published its National Cancer Plan for England, outlining a decade-long strategy to improve cancer outcomes through faster diagnosis, quicker treatment, and better support for patients. Key commitments include meeting all NHS cancer…
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Have your say on the future of Healthwatch in Cambridgeshire
The future of Healthwatch in Cambridgeshire is changing, and local people are being invited to help shape what comes next. Cambridgeshire County…
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Have your say at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust’s public board meeting
Members of the public are invited to attend the next North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust public board meeting to hear how local hospitals are run…
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Case Study: Emily's Story - Living Through Fragmented Mental Health and Neurodevelopmental Care
Emily is a young adult who has accessed mental health and neurodevelopmental services across Hertfordshire, Norfolk, and Cambridgeshire and…
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Latest reports and publication
Board Meeting in Public - 16th July 2026
Our Board Meeting is held quarterly and is an opportunity for our Directors to hear reports from our CEO and other members of staff. The next board meeting is being held on the Thursday 16th July 2026 and the focus for this meeting is our Information and Signposting section.
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Neurodiversity Report - Barriers autistic young people face when accessing primary care services
Autistic young people continue to face significant barriers when accessing GP services, from communication challenges to sensory overload and inflexible systems. This co-produced report shares their lived experiences and highlights what needs to change. Read the findings and recommendations to understand how primary care can become more accessible and inclusive.
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