Healthwatch’s response to government’s plans for faster emergency care
Patients are being promised better, faster and more appropriate emergency care under government reforms to shorten waiting times in A&E. Today, the government announced plans for nearly £450 million investment to expand urgent and emergency care facilities
Thanks to our Volunteers
Thank you to all the amazing volunteers. Your dedication and hard work are deeply appreciated, making a significant difference in the lives of many and the success of Healthwatch Central Bedfordshire. Our volunteers give so
CQC inspection rates New Meppershall Care Home as ‘Good’
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has just published it's report on New Meppershall Care Home, Meppershall. The CQC carried out the latest inspection on 4th April 2025 and found that New Meppershall Care Home,
Diabetes Awareness Week 2025
Diabetes Awareness Week is an annual event organised by Diabetes UK to raise awareness and funds for research into diabetes. The week aims to educate people about what it's like to live with diabetes
Celebrating pupil experience as Autism Centre of Excellence officially opens in Biggleswade
A dedicated space to provide enhanced support for Neurodiverse students who need it Students with autism and related needs have told how a dedicated, inclusive space for them at Stratton School in Biggleswade has
Children’s home in Biggleswade secures ‘good’ after inspection
Maythorn children’s home in Biggleswade has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted following a recent inspection, carried out over two days. The report highlighted how children at Maythorn have high attendance at school and have





