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We're Still Here – Support the Petition to Protect Independent Healthwatch

A national petition, launched on 7 August 2025, calls for protecting our independent voice in health and social care so we can keep listening to people, speaking up, and making sure services are held to account.
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Junior doctors’ industrial action – June 2024
Industrial action is taking place until Tuesday 2 July.
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Volunteers' Week 2024
Monday 3 June to Sunday 9 June marks Volunteers Week. To mark the occasion we hear from Denise, one of our volunteers, who's been supporting the work we do for nearly 10 years!
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Have your say on new rights for patients
The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.
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Unlocking the power of people-driven care – Our annual report 2024–25

Unlocking the power of people-driven care – Our annual report 2024–25

Over the past year, 593 people shared their experiences, 380 came to us for advice, and our volunteers gave nearly 3,000 hours to help make services better for everyone. Our Annual Report 2024–25 shows how your feedback has shaped real change in Derbyshire’s health and social care!
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Unlocking the power of people-driven care – Our annual report 2024–25Unlocking the power of people-driven care – Our annual report 2024–25
Over the past year, 593 people shared their experiences, 380 came to us for advice, and our volunteers gave nearly 3,000 hours to help make services better for everyone. Our Annual Report 2024–25 shows how your feedback has shaped real change in Derbyshire’s health and social care!
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Experiences of Cervical Screening in Derbyshire and Derby CityExperiences of Cervical Screening in Derbyshire and Derby City
Between February and April 2025, we heard from almost 300 people across Derbyshire and Derby City about their experiences of cervical screening. The feedback highlights what helps people attend, the barriers they face, and how the process could be made more comfortable and accessible.
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My Voice CountsMy Voice Counts
July 11, 2025

My Voice Counts

We spoke to young people with autism about their experiences of health and care services in Derbyshire. Their honest feedback is helping shape more inclusive, accessible support across the county.
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