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Some business decisions are taken by our Directors under delegated authority, usually on grounds of urgent or because they are considered to be of minor importance.

All Healthwatch activity is governed by legislation. Healthwatch was set up by the government in the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007, as amended by the Health and Social Care Act 2012.

Look here for our reports on Community Health facilities, Mental Health services and Dental surgeries

Look here for our reports about the GPs' surgeries and practices we have visited and reported on...

Visit the official Government website for the latest general information - https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response .

At this meeting, the Board received information about current activities and concerns, finance, and meetings of the Governance Committee.

This report gives the results of our survey of GP practices' websites in Havering - November 2020

During October 2020, we surveyed dental practices in Havering, prompted by many reports by residents of difficulty in obtaining dental treatment during the pandemic.

Of the 27 practices that responded, only 4 were accepting new NHS patients...

Our report of a survey of relatives and friends of residents of care homes in Havering, during the pandemic, was prompted by many reports of residents, relatives and friends being distressed by difficulties in maintaining contact in the lockdown.

COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

At this meeting, the Board received information about current activities and concerns, finance, and meetings of the Governance Committee.