Earlier this month, we wrapped up our fourth annual #PPW. Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing podcast recordings of the sessions, alongside short blog summaries. The first of these, covering our session with Prof Habib Naqvi, is available on our website now👇

Trust is the algorithm - discussing health inequalities with Professor Habib Naqvi MBE FFPH

Reflections from the Patients Association Patient Partnership Week 2026 webinar on understanding the causes of health inequalities and the role of trust in improving outcomes.

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We're working with @pickereurope.bsky.social and Cora Health on updating Cora's communications framework. If you are living with an #MSK condition, or have used a community MSK service in the past 1-2 years, express your interest below buff.ly/AE8jJeR

Understanding new technology in healthcare should be clear and accessible. A new video from @healthinnovkss.bsky.social for patients explains ambient voice technology (AVT), how it may support appointments and how it keeps clinicians at the centre of care. 👉 buff.ly/dOiDIhs

Helping patients understand ambient voice technology: a new video to support digital inclusion - Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex

A new patient video explains ambient voice technology (AVT) in a clear and reassuring way. It helps people understand how AVT may be used in appointments, why it can be helpful and how it supports the...

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We welcome the recognition of patient experience as a core pillar of high quality care. Now we need to see the ambition for patients to have real power, not just voice, put into practice. Read our joint statement with @pickereurope.bsky.social on the new quality strategy: buff.ly/lXGRh5P

NASP and the Patients Association are surveying anyone who has ever had support from a Social Prescribing Link Worker, so NASP can ensure its strategy supports the provision of the best and most appropriate #socialprescribing services for all. Complete the survey now!

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We’re working with the National Academy for Social Prescribing (NASP) to learn about people’s experiences of social prescribing. Your feedback will help shape NASP’s strategy and support the delivery of the best, most appropriate social prescribing services for all Take the survey: buff.ly/wpPuL7w

We are still looking for people to take part in work around home enteral feeding. Please do share or sign up!

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Do you receive, or have you previously received, home enteral feeding and used homecare services? We're looking for patients and carers to share their experiences to help us understand what's working well, what could be improved, and what matters most. buff.ly/IjgJTjz

We can't quite believe it, but we've just started the final webinar of Patient Partnership Week 2026! Our fantastic panel will explore how the NHS can improve the way it communicates with patients. Details here: www.patients-association.org.uk/Event/equity... #PPW2026

Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care - 03/07/2026 10:00:00

This webinar will explore the inequities that shape patients’ access to treatment and care, and why many people still face barriers to receiving timely, effective support.

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It's the final day of #PPW2026! We have two amazing webinars happening today. First up is a discussion about tackling barriers to treatment and care to improve equity in accessing healthcare Details: www.patients-association.org.uk/Event/equity...

Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care - 03/07/2026 10:00:00

This webinar will explore the inequities that shape patients’ access to treatment and care, and why many people still face barriers to receiving timely, effective support.

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It's our penultimate day of #PPW2026! Today's session is all about why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care. Details here: www.patients-association.org.uk/Event/why-pr...

Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care - 02/07/2026 12:30:00

This webinar will explore how organisations can partner with patients in the use of health data, placing trust and transparency at the heart of decision-making.

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Do you receive, or have you previously received, home enteral feeding and used homecare services? We're looking for patients and carers to share their experiences to help us understand what's working well, what could be improved, and what matters most. buff.ly/IjgJTjz

Welcome back to Patient Partnership Week 2026! Our session today explores the 10 Year Health Plan, one year on, and whether it is delivering on its promise to give power to the people. Details here: www.patients-association.org.uk/Event/power-... #PPW2026

Power to the people? The 10 Year Health Plan, one year on - 01/07/2026 11:00:00

This webinar will assess progress to date on the 10 Year Plan’s commitment to give “power to the people” by amplifying patient voice, expanding patient choice and reprioritising people’s experiences o...

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Our third #PPW2026 webinar has just begun! Our amazing panel are discussing whether patients’ goals, values, and preferences really shape their care. Details and speaker info: www.patients-association.org.uk/Event/do-pat...

Do patients’ goals, values, and preferences really shape their care? - 30/06/2026 16:00:00

At this Patient Partnership Week 2026 event our panel will explore whether patients’ goals, values, and preferences genuinely shape the care they receive.

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We're kicking off day 2 of Patient Partnership Week with our session on Unlocking patient engagement with the People and Communities guidelines. #PPW2026 Details: www.patients-association.org.uk/event/unlock...

Unlocking patient engagement with the People and Communities guidelines - 30/06/2026 09:00:00

This webinar will give an overview of what patients can expect from NHS England’s updated guidelines on working with people and communities.

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Join @patients-association.org.uk this Friday 3 July for a FREE webinar on the barriers people face to timely healthcare. Speakers include our Interim Director of Policy and External Affairs Will Pett. Grab your free place: https://bit.ly/4w9zfLR

Welcome to Patient Partnership Week 2026! At 3:45pm today we'll be kicking off our week of free webinars with a candid conversation with @drhnaqvi.bsky.social @nhs-rho.bsky.social that will explore the causes of health inequalities and the role of trust in improving outcomes #PPW2026

Check out our consultations page to find out how to have your say on local and national health and care changes. Consultations are open on the draft SEND strategy for Oxfordshire and there's an oral health survey for parents and carers. Find them here: healthwatchoxfordshire.co.uk/consultations

Can we increase productivity in healthcare without compromising patient safety? This article reflects on a discussion at the Patient Safety Forum 2026 earlier this year where panellists considered how creating a safer health system can be a key driver of productivity. www.pslhub.org/learn/commis...

Aligning patient safety with productivity: Reflections from the Patient Safety Forum 2026

In this article, Patient Safety Learning reflects on one of the panels discussions at the Patient Safety Forum 2026—Aligning patient safety with productivity.

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Patient Partnership Week begins on Monday but there’s still time to register! Across seven free webinars, we’ll explore some of the biggest questions facing health and care today. Book now: buff.ly/R2pia4u #PPW2026

Why do many patients still feel unheard, confused, or excluded when communicating with the NHS? Our webinar next week will explore whether NHS communication is truly designed with patients, or simply delivered to them. Book now: buff.ly/m89Eg9E

What progress has been made on the 10 Year Health Plan’s commitment to give “power to the people” by amplifying patient voice, expanding patient choice and reprioritising people’s experiences of care? Join our free webinar with @pickereurope.bsky.social next week to discuss: buff.ly/OJHaL2V

"I'm struggling to eat without it making me unwell… This is impacting my home life, work life and my mental health. Yet there is no rush." Find out how patients are impacted by delays to accessing care and more in Patient Experience Survey May 2026 report: buff.ly/YCFZyaB

We're delighted to have Vivienne Parry OBE,  journalist and author, chairing our session on Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care at #PPW2026 Book your free place: buff.ly/DN7qsSW

Know your rights as a patient and understand what help you can get in our guide - now translated into Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese and more! www.patients-association.org.uk/patient-info...

🤔 What does meaningful patient partnership actually look like in practice? Join us during #PatientPartnershipWeek2026 to explore the ideas shaping the future of care. Watch the video to find out more and register here: buff.ly/R2pia4u

Access to treatment and care shouldn’t depend on where you live or how well the system works for you. Join our #PPW2026 webinar: Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care on 3 July at 10–11am. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/yXjfQ7h

Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care - 03/07/2026 10:00:00

This webinar will explore the inequities that shape patients’ access to treatment and care, and why many people still face barriers to receiving timely, effective support.

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On Tuesday @sarahtilsed.bsky.social gave evidence to the committee that will scrutinise the NHS Modernisation Bill. Throughout the passage of this Bill, our question is: will these changes help patients receive better care and improve access, and how will we know if they do? buff.ly/FowFUxe

From trust and health inequalities to patient choice, communication, data and AI, our #PPW2026 free webinars will tackle the issues shaping care now and in the future. Sign up: www.patients-association.org.uk/patient-part...

We’re working with the National Academy for Social Prescribing (NASP) to learn about people’s experiences of social prescribing. Your feedback will help shape NASP’s strategy and support the delivery of the best, most appropriate social prescribing services for all Take the survey: buff.ly/wpPuL7w

We're really pleased that the scheduled industrial action by resident doctors has been called off. We urge The BMA and the government to finalise a deal that ensures patients are no longer caught in the middle and can access timely, high-quality care without further disruption.

We're working with the medical device and healthcare company Abbott to better understand the experiences of adults who receive, or have previously received, home enteral feeding (HEF) and use homecare services Don't miss your chance to take part – the survey closes on 16 June:

Expression of interest - Understanding home-enterally fed patients’ experience of homecare services

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