Our response to the CQC's State of Care report

Healthwatch England Deputy Chief Executive Chris McCann responded on our behalf, emphasising the need to invest in long-term solutions in order to protect younger generations from problems in the future.

Chris said: 

"This report makes for disturbing reading and reflects what many people, especially parents and young people, are telling us about problems accessing care and the impact this can have. 

"It is essential that the NHS does all it can to speed up access for patients and reduce the impact that long waits have on people's mental and physical health. 

"However, we also need long-term solutions. The government consultation on the NHS's ten-year plan provides an opportunity to turn the corner on long waits for care.

"We'd urge everyone, especially parents and young people, to share their views and help shape the healthcare system for the future."