We are aware that a petition has been lodged to wind up Bristol Ambulance (BAEMS Ltd), which provides patient transport services for people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We are working with Bristol Ambulance and other NHS partners to understand the implications of this and ensure that services are maintained for local people.
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National recognition for local efforts to cut smoking and tackle health inequalities
The Smokefree Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) AllianceĀ is a finalist in the Innovation in Reducing Health Inequalities category in the MJ AchievementĀ Awards.
Dementia training will boost care and support across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
People living with dementia, along with their caregivers and families, are set to benefit from a major new training programme for frontline staff across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire, commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (ICB).
Bank holiday healthcare
GPs and many pharmacies will be closed over the bank holiday weekends, so itās important to plan ahead for your health needs.
GP practice set for major expansion
Coniston Medical Practice in Patchway is set for significant expansion works thanks to £916,566 Utilisation and Modernisation Funding from NHS England as well as £468,000 through S106 funding from the Filton Airfield housing development.
Industrial action and local NHS pressures: April 2026
The NHS in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire is working hard to keep people safe during the planned resident doctors strikes 7am on Tuesday 7 April until 7am on Monday 13 April.
Investment boost to support neighbourhood health centres in Bristol
TwoĀ healthĀ centres in Bristol are set to be transformed into Neighbourhood Health Centres following Ā£600k funding provided by the Department of Health and Social Care.Ā
Get ready for Easter
GPs and many pharmacies will be closed over the long bank holiday weekend, soĀ it’sĀ important toĀ plan aheadĀ for your health needs.Ā
Changes to the NHS in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire ā 2 March update
The latest update regarding changes to the NHS.
ICB board approves āneeds-ledā neurodivergence care model
Plans to transform support for neurodivergent children and young people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, reached a significant milestone in February with the formal approval of a new model of care by the ICBās Board.
Project partners break new ground at new health facility in Weston
A groundbreaking ceremony has been held at the site of Weston-super-Mare’s new town centre health hub.
Support for young minds this Childrenās Mental Health Week
With around one in five young people experiencing mental health difficulties, Childrenās Mental Health Week (9 to 15 February 2026) is being marked across Bristol, NorthĀ SomersetĀ and South Gloucestershire by highlighting the support available to children and young people.Ā