Annual report 2025/2026: Speaking up for better care
Our annual report shares how we've listened and championed the voices of people, partners and organisations across Swindon, to help shape health and social care services.
This year we:
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Engaged LGBTQIA+ people, Afghan women, young people, people experiencing food insecurity, and survivors of trafficking.
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Analysed experiences of vaping, substance use, hypertension, trauma, food insecurity and healthcare inequalities.
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Shared evidence with system leaders, helping shape vaping cessation plans, trauma-informed practice and service improvements.
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Amplified lived experience to improve support, reduce inequalities and strengthen person-centred care across services.
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Presented community insight to BSW decision-makers, ensuring public experiences informed strategic priorities and planning.
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Worked with Healthwatch Bath & North East Somerset and Wiltshire to influence BSW-wide decisions and improvements.
By sharing your feedback with local health and social care leaders and decision makers, you've helped us influence better care.
You can download a copy of our annual report below.
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Annual report 2025/2026: Speaking up for better care
We have influenced local strategies, strengthened trauma-informed practice, improved understanding of community needs, and ensured local voices remain central to decision-making.
Want to share your feedback about local health and social care services? Complete our online feedback form today.
