Changes to Healthwatch

You may have seen recent national announcements regarding the future of the Healthwatch network. The Department of Health and Social Care has confirmed plans to bring the national network to a close, including Healthwatch England and local organisations such as ours. This is part of a wider shift in how the public voice will be supported within health and social care.

 

While this represents a significant national shift, we want to reassure you that Healthwatch Greenwich is still here, and our work continues.

"We understand that this news may raise questions. What I want to make clear is that here in Greenwich, our work continues. Healthwatch Greenwich remains fully committed to listening to residents, supporting access to care, and making sure that your experiences continue to shape local services.

 

Over the years, we’ve built strong relationships with residents, partners, and service providers, working together to highlight what’s working well, identify areas for improvement, and support change where it’s needed most. None of this would have been possible without the many people who have generously shared their experiences with us. Your voice has been the foundation of our work, and we are deeply grateful for your trust.

 

While the national landscape may be changing, our commitment to championing the voice of Greenwich residents remains the same. We will continue to do everything we can to support our community and see to it that people’s lived experiences remain central to decisions about health and care.

 

Thank you for your continued support."