News and reports

The NHS is planning to employ more physician associates. Find out about their role, the care that they can provide you with and how this differs from doctors’ responsibilities.

We are pleased to share that The Advocacy Project, our host organisation, has appointed Katherine Shaw as the new Chief Executive, taking over from interim CEO Donna Covey. We are excited to welcome Charlotte Williams as our new Healthwatch Kensington and Chelsea Manager.

Healthwatch Kensington & Chelsea is your local health and social care champion, helping people across the borough raise their voices about the issues that matter to them. But what have we actually achieved over the past year? Our annual report was published today, and gives you the opportunity to look deeper at our work.

Our annual report for 2023/2024 is now out!

During Volunteers’ Week, we ran a competition inviting volunteers to share with us what volunteering means to them. Take a look at their inspiring entries!

Junior doctors will be on strike from 7am on Thursday 27 June until 7am on Tuesday 2 July. Read below to find out how you can get support during this period.

During Carers’ Week 2024, the Central and North West London NHS Trust launched their first Carers’ Charter for unpaid carers. Read more about it below.

Refugee Week, the world’s largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking asylum, is taking place from 17th to 23rd June.

New research by The Eve Appeal, the UK’s leading gynaecological cancer charity, reveals a lack of understanding about cervical screening and why some don’t attend. Find out more below.

This year, Learning Disability Week is taking place from Monday 17 - Sunday 23 June 2024. The theme this year is "Do you see me?" which is all about being seen, heard and valued.

Every year, Men’s Health Week is celebrated to raise awareness about the unique health challenges faced by men and promote strategies for better physical and mental well-being.

This week is National Blood Week, with World Blood Donor Day celebrated on 14 June 2024 under the theme of “20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors!”