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New faces lead democratic oversight of services
Find out which councillors have got responsibility for keeping an eye on Reading's health and wellbeing services.
24 June 2022
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Video 999 service launched for BSL users
Video calls with a British Sign Language interpreter are now available for Deaf people seeking help in an emergency.
24 June 2022
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Latest quality ratings for Reading services
Find out what independent inspectors found when they visited local health and care services.
22 June 2022
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Poll reveals inequalities of NHS waiting lists
Factors like gender, income and ethnicity are linked to longer waiting times, according to Healthwatch England.
10 June 2022
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Face-mask rules relaxed at Royal Berks
The hospital has updated its guidance for visitors.
10 June 2022
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London Street Surgery rated 'inadequate'
Staffing problems during the pandemic have impacted on the surgery's ability to deliver good patient care, according to inspectors.
8 June 2022
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NHS funding body sets out engagement plans
Draft plans have been published by the body that will hold the local NHS budget from 1 July.
29 April 2022
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Government updates advice on care home visits
The gudiance stresses the importance of visits to people's wellbeing.
27 April 2022
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Have your say on mental health care
The government is running a public consultation until early July.
26 April 2022
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Upcoming events in May
Reading people can get information at a range of free events being held during May.
26 April 2022
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Latest quality ratings for Reading services
Here’s a summary of latest inspections by the Care Quality Commission.
26 April 2022
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Free Covid testing comes to an end
Most people will now have to pay for PCR or lateral flow testing, just as cases are increasing.
1 April 2022
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