News and reports

We are deeply saddened and disappointed by the government’s recent decision to close Healthwatch England and transfer the responsibilities of local Healthwatch (such as Healthwatch Newcastle) to NHS Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and local authorities.

We will not know the full implications of the government’s proposals until we see the details within the NHS 10 year plan, the Penny Dash Review into Patient Safety and ultimately the legislation has been agreed and published by parliament.

Read our minutes from the Healthwatch Newcastle Committee Meeting on 19 March 2025.

Tell Us North, the host organisation for Healthwatch Newcastle and Healthwatch Gateshead, is now an accredited Real Living Wage employer.

Healthwatch Newcastle services will be closed for the easter bank holiday weekend from Thursday 17th April at 4pm until Tuesday the 22nd of April at 10am.

Are you looking for an opportunity to shape the future of health and social care services in Newcastle?

Read our minutes from the Healthwatch Newcastle Committee Meeting on 22 January 2024.

Tell us about your decision in an anonymous survey.

Not everyone is safe to fast during Ramadan, depending on their health. However there are alternatives for people who cannot, as well as advice that is available to help people fast safely.

Read our Newsletters for 2025, stay up to date with information and activities from Healthwatch Newcastle.

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

Healthwatch Newcastle invites you to learn about the new NHS 10 Year Plan and have your say about the future of local services at Newcastle City Library.

Take part in the biggest public conversation about the future of the NHS, and have your say!