News and reports

Talking about death is something many people find difficult, but your views can make a genuine difference to how support is given at one of the most important moments in life.

We are asking everyone with experience of local health and social care services to take part in our annual survey.

Healthwatch Newcastle will be closed for the winter bank holidays from 4pm on the Wednesday 24th of December until 10am on Friday 2nd of January.

The Christmas and New Year's Day bank holidays reduce the number of working days for GP practices and pharmacies.

After a public listening period, the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board has announced their decision on gluten-free prescriptions.

Learn how you can find and access NHS dental care in the North East and North Cumbria.

Read our minutes from the Healthwatch Newcastle Committee Meeting on 1st October 2025.

Safeguarding Adults Week is a national week of activity to raise awareness of the importance of protecting adults with care and support needs from abuse and neglect.

Castle Dene Respite Centre was selected to receive an Enter and View visit as part of our focus on Adult Social Care.

Our report "Castle Dene Respite Centre - Enter and View Report June 2025" is now available.

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These short videos produced by the North East Ambulance Service can help you learn about their service, including how and when to call 999 and 111, and what to do in an emergency.