Consultations
We ensure health and social care services put local people’s needs at the heart of decisions that affect them through our responses to consultations. By pressing services to listen to and involve the public in their plans, we aim to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequality in Birmingham.
Consultations
Creating a Mentally Healthy City 2025
Consultation by: Birmingham City Council
Birmingham City Council consulted on its Creating a Mentally Healthy City 2025 strategy, which outlines a vision and plan to improve mental health and wellbeing across the city. The strategy includes priorities across four key areas — People, Families, Communities and Places — as well as a strand focused on suicide prevention. Healthwatch Birmingham responded to the consultation to ensure that the views of local people are reflected in the final plan.
Consultation by: Birmingham City Council
Birmingham City Council carried out a second phase of consultation on the future of its Residential Care Centres, following public feedback on the initial consultation. This phase included additional information, a Health Impact Assessment, and streamlined questions. Healthwatch Birmingham submitted a response to highlight considerations important to patients, residents, and carers.
Tuberculosis National Action Plan 2026–2031
Consultation by: UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS England
UKHSA and NHS England sought views to shape the next national action plan for Tuberculosis (TB) in England, focusing on prevention, detection, control, and workforce. Healthwatch Birmingham responded to emphasise the importance of patient involvement, accessible communication, and continued service quality.