Changes to Healthwatch Greenwich

Recent national announcements have confirmed that the Healthwatch network, including Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch organisations like the one in Greenwich, will be brought to a close as part of changes to how the public voice is supported in health and social care.

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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. 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, Healthwatch Greenwich will continue its work. Read more on this shift here.