Team reflections: another year of supporting the independent public voice

Each year, the Healthwatch Cumberland team publish a report in June all about what we got up to that year. Despite some challenges, such as a government announcement in June 2025…

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Healthwatch County Durham - July News Update

News update - July 2026In this edition, we're looking at mental health services across Durham and the Tees Valley in a joint report with the local Healthwatch organisations across…

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How you can support trans and gender diverse people

Trans and gender diverse people living in the UK often experience barriers when accessing health and care support. From long waiting lists for gender dysphoria* treatment, to…

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Community Services and Resident Walkround - Clitheroe

On Tuesday the 7th July, Steve and Dianne took part in a Services and Community Walk round with our partners at Ribble Valley Council and other organisations use a place based…

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Shaping the future of Workington: Why your voice matters for our Oxford Street community space

Here at People First we're incredibly excited to be working on a new project on Oxford Street in Workington. We are transforming this building into a vibrant, welcoming community…

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The Great Cumbrian Run returns

People First is delighted to announce that we have been selected as one of the charity partners for the Great Cumbrian Run 2026, taking place on Sunday 4th October. As one of…

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Celebrating the Community Change Lab Launch

On Tuesday 30th June, we marked an incredible milestone at People First with the official launch of the Community Change Lab. Our vision has always been to build a world where…

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People First calls for independent advocacy to be part of national response to maternity and neonatal harm

People First are deeply saddened by the findings of the independent review into maternity and neonatal services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, published on 24 June…

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