Do you have an interest in health and social care in Warwickshire?
This event is open to everybody, whether you are an individual who has received health or care, a member of a patient group, a volunteer, or someone who works for the NHS, local government or a voluntary, community, faith, or social enterprise organisation.
About this event
Do you have an interest in health and social care in Warwickshire?
Following the government's announcement, on the closure of Healthwatch, we would like you to join us to learn how patient voice can continue to be heard when Healthwatch functions are passed to local NHS and governmental organisations.
This event is open to everybody, whether you are an individual who has received health or care, a member of a Patient Group, a volunteer, or someone who works for the NHS, Local Government or a Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise organisation.
What do we know?
A Health Reform Bill expected in April 2026 proposes abolishing national and local Healthwatch and NHS England, with Royal Assent anticipated by April 2027, after which Healthwatch funding ends and its statutory functions transition to NHS Integrated Care Boards and Local Authorities following a short 6–8‑week handover period.
What is still to be decided?
There is some uncertainty as to whether the above timelines will stay in place.
How patient voice continues to be heard when Healthwatch functions are passed to local NHS and governmental organisations.
The impact of Healthwatch Warwickshire
By listening to local people, including people from all communities, analysing the feedback we hear, acting to drive change and influence decisions, and partnering with local organisations we have helped improve health and care for people across Warwickshire.
To ensure patient voice continues to make a positive difference we plan to introduce ‘Transition Panels’ to help organisations across Warwickshire prepare for what comes next. This conference is an opportunity to learn more and get involved.
You will:
💬 Hear from people we’ve helped
🛠️ Learn how we deliver meaningful engagement — from designing effective surveys to connecting with people in person and listening to their experiences
🔍 Discover the impact of our Enter and View process
👥 Connect with Patient Groups, Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations, and Commissioners
Enjoy a networking lunch and hear from a keynote speaker.
Let’s honour the legacy and shape the future — together.
📅 Register now to stay updated.
Times and agenda to be confirmed nearer the date.
Contact details
Robyn Dorling. Enter & View and Central Services Lead.
info@healthwatchwarwickshire.co.uk
Tel: 01926 422823
