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We carried out a survey earlier this year called What Matters Most to You 2026/27. The aim of this survey is to understand which health and care services are most important to local residents and to ensure that future work is shaped by what people say matters most. Thank you to the 442 people who filled in our survey! You have helped us decide which areas of work we should focus on over the next 12 months to improve health and social care in your area. Here is a quick snapsho

On 14th March 2025, Healthwatch Portsmouth and Healthwatch Hampshire visited the emergency department at Queen Alexandra Hospital. We observed patient experience, reviewed accessibility and communication, and identified practical improvements. After our visit, we have submitted our recommendations to Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHUT). PHUT replied with actions taken, work underway, and areas for further review. As a result, our recommendations have contributed

Many people became unpaid carers overnight when lockdown was imposed, increasing their responsibilities to look after older, disabled or...