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

At times, patients may have concerns about the services provided by their GP practice. Whether it’s about appointment availability, communication issues, or another aspect of care, it’s important for patients to feel confident in addressing these matters. One of the best ways to raise a concern is by contacting the practice manager.

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.

Read our minutes from the Healthwatch Newcastle Committee Meeting on 20 November 2024.

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!

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

We would like to wish everyone in Newcastle happy holidays from the Tell Us North and Healthwatch Newcastle team!

With the festive season fast approaching, we are encouraging patients across the region to order and collect their repeat prescriptions early to avoid potential holiday disruptions.