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"The NHS Modernisation Bill contains real opportunities for patients, but also significant risks," says Rachel Power, Chief Executive. Read more
The Patients Association has been awarded Silver at the 2026 Patient Partnership Index, recognising the impact of its work with Lilly UK to better understand and respond to the growing risks of patients purchasing medicines from unregulated online sources. Read more
Patients were led to believe that progress was finally within reach, but instead they now face yet another wave of disruption to their care. This breakdown is not just a failure of negotiations; it is a failure for patients. Read more
"Trust is built through experience and the quality of care patients report has barely shifted from 51% to 50% in a year." Read more
“The findings of The King’s Fund’s report reinforce many of the concerns we raised at the government’s decision to close Healthwatch England and its local network." Read more
We are publishing this response from John’s Campaign as it offers a balanced and powerful reflection of what the review of Regulation 9A of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 Regulations will mean in practice for patients and their loved ones. Read more
The Patients Association and the Royal College of GPs have launched a joint report calling for the NHS to be easier to navigate - as well as improving access to GP care and continuity. Read more
We welcome the publication of the National Cancer Plan and its recognition that improving cancer outcomes depends not only on clinical innovation, but on meaningful partnership with patients and communities. Read more
This joint letter was published by Lilly, alongside the Patients Association, Pfizer and Theramex, calling for stronger action to protect patients from counterfeit and illicit medicines sold online. Read more
We are deeply disappointed that negotiations have failed and that resident doctors will strike for five days at the most challenging time for patients. Read more
This new strike is another devastating blow to patients trapped in a fight they didn’t start and cannot end. Read more
Despite investment, shorter waits, faster diagnoses, and safer care simply isn’t happening quickly enough, says Rachel Power, Chief Executive. Read more
The Patients Association raises grave concerns over planned strike’s impact on patients Read more
"Corridor care should never be accepted as normal; it’s distressing, it strips people of dignity, and it increases the risk of harm." Read more
The Care Quality Commission’s State of Care 2024/25 report paints a deeply concerning picture. Read more
"Should this strike go ahead, patients will again be left waiting in pain and uncertainty" Read more
‘The record number of NHS complaints in the past year should be a wake-up call." Read more
“Patients from deprived and coastal communities have been left behind by an outdated and unfair GP funding distribution system; this review of the Carr-Hill formula is a long-overdue chance to put that right." Read more
“NHS Online is a promising step towards enhancing accessible care and shorter waits for digitally confident patients." Read more
Technology can and should play a role in improving NHS services, but digital tools must enhance care rather than replace the relationships patients value. Read more
“We welcome the announcement from HSSIB of an investigation into the risks patients face in these settings," said Rachel Power, Chief Executive of the Patients Association. Read more
“Patients tell us that getting vital tests, scans and checks at a time and location that works for them can make a huge difference." Read more
“Long waits for treatment, being cared for in inappropriate spaces such as corridors, and chronic staff shortages all create conditions that are unsafe for both patients and staff." Read more