The NHS Long Term Plan outlines how additional NHS funding will be spent to ensure, that over the next 10 years, the health service is fit for the future. Some of the ambitious changes are centred on prevention, staffing and tackling inequality with the largest funding increases directed at GPs, mental health and community care. Read more here

Over 50 people attended Healthwatch Newham’s event on Thursday 20 September, to hear the new Mayor talk about her vision. Mayor Fiaz said she was very concerned about loneliness and the health and wellbeing of young people. Councillor Ann Easter and Chief Executive Julie Pal thanked everyone for coming and all their contributions. Councillor Easter said that “all feedback is a gift and all that can be heard by Healthwatch.” Read more

The Healthwatch Newham Annual Report 2017-2018 is now available. You can view it here. Find out about our community partners, how we reached people and gathered views from Newham residents.

Find answers to why GPs sometimes charge fees and what to expect in our leaflet. Additional information on why GPs charge and BMA guidelines can be found online.