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On Monday 6th July, Healthwatch Southend was notified about some proposed changes to the way NHS GP services are delivered in Shoebury. These changes involve the Southend East Primary Care Network and its use of Norton Place. Dr Irlam & Tabitha Love, Joint Clinical Directors at Southend East Primary Care Network released a statement confirming the following: “Following national changes to the way some NHS funding is allocated, Southend East Primary Care Network is reviewing h

July is Disability Pride Month, a good opportunity to celebrate the lives, achievements, identities and contributions of disabled people, whilst also recognising the barriers many still face every day. Celebrated in the UK since 2015, Disability Pride Month encourages us to challenge stereotypes, tackle stigma and promote a more inclusive society. Not everyone starts from the same place. Making reasonable adjustments and removing barriers helps ensure people with disabilities

Important update: Old Mid and South Essex Hospital Phone Numbers to Be Switched Off from 31 August 2026 Patients are being reminded that all old telephone numbers for Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust hospitals will be permanently switched off from 31 August 2026. After this date, the old numbers will no longer work. Callers will not hear a recorded message, and calls will not be redirected to the new numbers. The Trust introduced new main hospital switchboard numbers