The Government has announced measures to improve women's experiences with cervical screening. Booking screening should be easier, and lower-risk people will attend fewer appointments. Read Healthwatch's response. Today, the NHS announced plans to roll

Carers Week recognises the challenges Carers face and celebrates their selfless dedication. With 5.8 million Carers across the UK and it’s estimated that unpaid Carers save the UK economy £184 billion each year. This

This week (9-15 June) is Loneliness Awareness Week a week dedicated to raising awareness of loneliness. This national campaign is run by Marmalade Trust the UK’s leading loneliness charity offering support for all ages

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

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

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,