Chris Bain
@chris-bain.bsky.social
Chair Healthwatch in the West Midlands. Chief Exec at Healthwatch Warwickshire CIC. Mayor of Tamworth. FRSA
Whilst there was much in the budget that might begin to improve things for the NHS, I remain very concerned about the absence of social care from the speech. The effectiveness of the NHS would be greatly enhanced if social care is given the resources it needs. I will never stop saying it.
December 1, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Whilst there was much in the budget that might begin to improve things for the NHS, I remain very concerned about the absence of social care from the speech. The effectiveness of the NHS would be greatly enhanced if social care is given the resources it needs. I will never stop saying it.
Privileged to be elected as Chair of the Warwickshire Independent Advocacy Alliance yesterday. The WIAA do amazing work for people right across the County and beyond, We are looking forward to growing and developing in the next year.
November 26, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Privileged to be elected as Chair of the Warwickshire Independent Advocacy Alliance yesterday. The WIAA do amazing work for people right across the County and beyond, We are looking forward to growing and developing in the next year.
It is World Mental Health day. Be kind to those you meet, not all pain is visible.
October 10, 2025 at 9:42 AM
It is World Mental Health day. Be kind to those you meet, not all pain is visible.
Warwickshire Pride - brilliant event with a wonderful vibe. Free to enter, no fences, 127 stalls, the food was tasty plentiful and good value, a magnificent parade, lots of sponsors. We could learn much from it.
August 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Warwickshire Pride - brilliant event with a wonderful vibe. Free to enter, no fences, 127 stalls, the food was tasty plentiful and good value, a magnificent parade, lots of sponsors. We could learn much from it.
Delighted to meet Annie Whitehead last night at St Editha’s. Her talk was every bit as compelling as her superb books are and my Annie Whitehead collection grew.
July 23, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Delighted to meet Annie Whitehead last night at St Editha’s. Her talk was every bit as compelling as her superb books are and my Annie Whitehead collection grew.
Residential care workers are almost twice as likely to be in poverty compared to the average UK employee. They are also more prone to food insecurity, using food banks, forgoing basic commodities and services, and depending on Universal Credit. This is not sustainable and urgent reform is needed.
July 21, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Residential care workers are almost twice as likely to be in poverty compared to the average UK employee. They are also more prone to food insecurity, using food banks, forgoing basic commodities and services, and depending on Universal Credit. This is not sustainable and urgent reform is needed.
Had a great evening in Tamworth Castle yesterday, a drinks reception at the start of Athelstan week.. What an amazing place it is, if you haven't visited yet - you really should.
July 20, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Had a great evening in Tamworth Castle yesterday, a drinks reception at the start of Athelstan week.. What an amazing place it is, if you haven't visited yet - you really should.
The Pope saying what so many are thinking.
June 18, 2025 at 1:08 PM
The Pope saying what so many are thinking.
Thrilled that there is a debate on incontinence in the Commons on 19th June. This is a neglected public health and dignity crisis that needs dealing with
We need much stronger training, awareness and equitable access to services. Above all we need to break the silence that fuels stigma and shame.
We need much stronger training, awareness and equitable access to services. Above all we need to break the silence that fuels stigma and shame.
June 17, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Thrilled that there is a debate on incontinence in the Commons on 19th June. This is a neglected public health and dignity crisis that needs dealing with
We need much stronger training, awareness and equitable access to services. Above all we need to break the silence that fuels stigma and shame.
We need much stronger training, awareness and equitable access to services. Above all we need to break the silence that fuels stigma and shame.
Between 2021 and 2024, there were 329 NHS dental contracts handed back by providers. Also one in eight dentists across the country is aged 55 and over and approaching retirement.
NHS Dentistry has no future unless urgent action is taken now The time for talking is over, it is time for real change
NHS Dentistry has no future unless urgent action is taken now The time for talking is over, it is time for real change
June 5, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Between 2021 and 2024, there were 329 NHS dental contracts handed back by providers. Also one in eight dentists across the country is aged 55 and over and approaching retirement.
NHS Dentistry has no future unless urgent action is taken now The time for talking is over, it is time for real change
NHS Dentistry has no future unless urgent action is taken now The time for talking is over, it is time for real change
Moving service for ANZAC day on Sunday. I felt privileged to be there.
April 29, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Moving service for ANZAC day on Sunday. I felt privileged to be there.
One of life's mysteries
April 14, 2025 at 1:18 PM
One of life's mysteries
Probably shouldn't laugh at this.
April 4, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Probably shouldn't laugh at this.
There is a Debate on NHS backlogs in the Commons on Monday 6th. I hope it does not descend into finger pointing and squabbling. I hope it focusses on what really matters, the impact on the experiences and outcomes for patients - that it seeks sustainable solutions not short term political gain.
January 3, 2025 at 9:23 AM
There is a Debate on NHS backlogs in the Commons on Monday 6th. I hope it does not descend into finger pointing and squabbling. I hope it focusses on what really matters, the impact on the experiences and outcomes for patients - that it seeks sustainable solutions not short term political gain.
There were an estimated 10.3 million cases of measles in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Vaccine scepticism seems to be a major cause of this alarming surge.
November 18, 2024 at 9:43 AM
There were an estimated 10.3 million cases of measles in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Vaccine scepticism seems to be a major cause of this alarming surge.
We have lift off!
November 15, 2024 at 11:27 AM
We have lift off!
Cooperative and mutual growth is one of the great hopes for the future in an uncertain world. A potent combination of social and economic justice.
November 15, 2024 at 9:49 AM
Cooperative and mutual growth is one of the great hopes for the future in an uncertain world. A potent combination of social and economic justice.