The Richmond Group of Charities has published the third and final report from its collaboration with Britain Thinks to understand how the experiences and perceptions of patients, professionals and the public have shifted during the pandemic and what this might mean for the future of the NHS in England.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives in many ways, and we have come so far. Vaccinations are making life safer, but not everyone is protected and the threat of coronavirus is still here.
Responding to the announcement today by Jo Churchill MP, Minister for Primary Care, on the Government’s plans around GP data, four leading patient groups – Healthwatch England, National Voices, the Patients Association and The Richmond Group of Charities – have released the following statement:
The Richmond Group is glad to have worked with National Voices. the Patients Association, Healthwatch England and our member Versus Arthritis to help NHS England shape updated guidance for hospital Trusts.
Richmond Group members Caroline Abrahams and Juliet Bouverie OBE, and our Chair Lynda Thomas write for the NHS Assembly about the key role the voluntary sector has played in supporting people living with long-term conditions during the Covid-19 pandemic.
We have responded to the consultation on proposals to put integrated care systems (ICSs) on a statutory footing in the following terms.
"The Richmond Group of Charities is pleased to have the opportunity to comment on NHS England and Improvement’s proposals for the next steps in the development of integrated care.
