News and reports

Today’s figures show that the national waiting list has again increased to a total size of 7.4 million appointments with 6.25 million people waiting for their first appointment.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Deangate Care Home in Mapplewell, Barnsley, as outstanding following an inspection in July and August.

Living with chronic pain can limit your ability to live and work, yet it is a reality for millions of people in England. Find out the problems people are facing and what services can do to better support people living with pain.

Our latest insight looks at how to tackle care barriers among self-employed people.

Take a look at our brand new Community Reach E-Newsletter.

We were shocked and saddened to hear the government announcement in the news that Healthwatch is set to close. This includes both Healthwatch England and the local Healthwatch network (Healthwatch Barnsley is one of 150 local Healthwatch organisations).