Heads Up Newsletter - May 2026

News - 28 May 2026

Our monthly newsletter, keeping you in the loop with all things health and social care! We share the latest news, insights, and exciting events happening in our community.
Heads Up - Keeping you up to date with health and social care news.

This months highlights:

  • Our Priorities and Work Plan for 2026-27
  • Spotlight report: Ten Little Toes Baby Bank
  • Healthwatch England reports on NHS communication
  • Accessible Information Standard
  • Planning for Your Future
  • Using Technology to Aid Community Palliative Care
  • Have your say
  • Local support groups and events      

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Our previous newsletter (April 2026) can be read here.

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