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We’ve published our latest annual report, showing how people across Somerset have shared their experiences to help improve health and social care. Over the past year, more than 2,000 people told us about their care, and we supported over 3,000 people with information and advice. Your feedback helps make sure services reflect what matters most to local people. Putting people at the centre of services We’re here to be your independent voice for health and social care. This year

Our latest annual report reveals how thousands of residents shared their experiences last year, helping drive improvements across health and social care. We have had a strong year of impact, amplifying public voice and improving awareness of key issues across Somerset. We have used community insight to: Influence service improvements Improve access and communication Ensure people’s experiences shape care Our year in numbers (2025–2026) 2,056 people shared their experiences of

Catch up with the latest news about our work and updates about local health and care services.

Catch up with the latest news about our work and updates about local health and care services.

From midday on Tuesday 21 April 2026, inpatient maternity services and the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) will reopen at Yeovil District Hospital. This update is intended to help local people understand what is changing, why services were previously closed, and what support is available as services resume. What is changing? Inpatient maternity services will reopen at Yeovil District Hospital The Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) will also reopen Services will resume from midday