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Government response on the future of Healthwatch

In July, the Government accepted all the recommendations from the Dash Review including abolishing Healthwatch. The Government have now formally responded to the petition backed by over 10,000 people. Read more about the response, what it means for Healthwatch Derbyshire, and our plans going forward.
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Changes to wheelchair services in Derbyshire: Listening to people brings change
A new wheelchair service has been announced in Derbyshire following us looking into concerns raised by local people last year. Read on to hear about the project and to hear from our Chief Executive, Helen.
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Help improve stop smoking messaging in Derby and Derbyshire
We're wanting to hear from people who live in housing association homes in Derby and Derbyshire, to find out what they think about stop smoking messaging. Take part today.
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Healthwatch Derbyshire Shortlisted for National Award
We have been shortlisted for the National Healthwatch Impact Award for our work on improving hospital discharge - read on to learn more.
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Annual Report 2025-2026

Annual Report 2025-2026

A very warm welcome to our latest Annual Report, that provides great insights into the work of Healthwatch Derbyshire over the past year.
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Annual Report 2025-2026Annual Report 2025-2026
A very warm welcome to our latest Annual Report, that provides great insights into the work of Healthwatch Derbyshire over the past year.
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The NHS AppThe NHS App
February 25, 2026

The NHS App

Between June and October 2025, we spoke to 650 people across Derbyshire to understand what they think about the NHS App. This includes what works well for them, and what could be improved, as well as the changes they would like to see to make it more accessible and supportive for everyone.
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Views on smoking from the people of Derby City and DerbyshireViews on smoking from the people of Derby City and Derbyshire
Between October and December 2025, we spoke to people across Derby City and Derbyshire about smoking, quitting, and awareness of local stop smoking support. The findings are being used to improve services and shape future stop smoking messaging.
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