News and reports

Telford and Wrekin Council is urging the NHS to provide the best possible services at every GP practice in the borough, not just at some.

Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin will be attending the Vision Zone event in Shropshire on Tuesday 22 August!

On 1 August the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals (SaTH) Trust hosted a webinar to discuss the changes they have proposed to make to Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) in a planning application submitted in July. Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin attended to find out more, and how Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) might be affected.

Are you one of the people living with Diabetes in Telford and Wrekin who are receiving some of the poorest care for Diabetes in the country?

Thank you for completing the Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin survey Diabetes: Patient experience of health, care, and support services.

We wanted to learn how dignity, respect, quality of life and independence is being respected and supported in the person’s care, and how ‘activity-based’ care supports people to continue to be as active and independent as possible.

Can't find an NHS dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients.

How can I get the most out of my next visit to the dentist? Take a look at our tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost.

Take a look at our Annual Report 2022/23 and see how we have helped to make a difference to health and social care for Telford and Wrekin people.

Take a look at our Annual Report 2022/23 and see how we have helped to make a difference in health and social care for Telford and Wrekin people.

As part of the transition of pharmacy, optometry and dentistry from NHS England’s direct commissioning functions to Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), locally known as NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, the primary care complaints process will also transfer from 1 July 2023.

Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.