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Consultation by: Birmingham City Council

Birmingham City Council carried out a second phase of consultation on the future of its Residential Care Centres, following public feedback on the initial consultation. This phase included additional information, a Health Impact Assessment, and streamlined questions. Healthwatch Birmingham submitted a response to highlight considerations important to patients, residents, and carers.

Consultation by: UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS England

UKHSA and NHS England sought views to shape the next national action plan for Tuberculosis (TB) in England, focusing on prevention, detection, control, and workforce. Healthwatch Birmingham responded to emphasise the importance of patient involvement, accessible communication, and continued service quality.

Consultation by: UK Government / NHS England

The UK Government consulted on the development of a new National Cancer Plan. The plan aims to improve prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, patient experience, and outcomes, with a focus on reducing health inequalities. Healthwatch Birmingham responded to ensure the voices of people in Birmingham are reflected in national cancer policy.

Consultation by: NHS England

NHS England consulted on further proposed changes to the NHS Standard Contract for 2025/26, including updates on Indicative Activity Plans (IAPs), Activity Management Plans (AMPs), and the introduction of a new provider escalation process. Healthwatch Birmingham responded to highlight the importance of public understanding and patient experience in the development and implementation of these proposals.

This report explores women’s experiences of menopause advice and treatment from GP practices in Solihull. It highlights inconsistent information, limited access to specialist support, and a lack of awareness among some healthcare professionals. Healthwatch Solihull will continue to work with NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB and other partners to raise awareness, improve service accessibility, and support the development of better menopause care across the area.

This report describes the changes that Birmingham NHS BSOL has made following Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull’s 2024 report ‘Access and barriers to NHS Community Pharmacies’ .

We shared feedback from the Healthwatch Birmingham report Experiences of NHS Community mental health services in South and East Birmingham – Healthwatch Birmingham as well as feedback we have heard from the people of Birmingham and Solihull between April 2023 and December 2024. 

This investigation explores patient and carer involvement in hospital discharge decisions across Birmingham, highlighting gaps in communication, planning, and support.