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Our plan for 2021 - 2022

Find out more about our plans for 2021-2022.

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Communities in North Yorkshire urged to watch for signs of “hidden harm”

Communities in North Yorkshire are being urged to be alert to changes in children and young people which could suggest they are suffering “hidden harm” or abuse.

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Twin crisis of access and affordability calls for radical rethink of NHS dentistry

Healthwatch England warns dental crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people, 80%, struggling to access timely care during the last lockdown.

Latest on coronavirus testing in North Yorkshire

Find out how to book a coronavirus (covid-19) test if you have symptoms.

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A new single 'unitary' council announced for North Yorkshire

The new single council will unite the whole county, working in close partnership with the City of York Council, unlock devolution and provide a strong, powerful voice in the North.

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Hospitals across West Yorkshire and Harrogate pledge support to anti-racism movement

The six acute hospital trusts across West Yorkshire and Harrogate - known as WYAAT; West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts - have reaffirmed their support to the anti-racism movement; Root Out Racism.

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Healthwatch North Yorkshire Annual Report 2020/2021

Following our re-structure we have had an incredibly challenging, yet...

Our plan for 2021 - 2022

Find out more about our plans for 2021-2022.

Spring Newsletter March 2021

Read our March 2021 Spring Newsletter where we discuss some of the...

COVID-19 in North Yorkshire: December 2020-March 2021

We have been working hard to ensure that we are able to keep members...

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