NHS Suffolk, the county's primary care trust, welcomes and encourages the involvement of local people in healthcare matters. 

Patient and Public Involvement

The communications and engagement team provides support to NHS Suffolk in getting local people involved in the planning and development of local healthcare services. The views of our community are crucial in ensuring that NHS Suffolk is aware of service issues, responds to local needs and takes local views into account when planning services.

It's easy to get involved – email getinvolved@suffolkpct.nhs.uk or call 01473 770014 for more information.

Public Consultations and Engagement

When primary care trusts are making plans to develop or change services, they should involve and consult local people on their views. Click 'Consultations' on this page to find out about current and recent consultations. If you would like more information on any of our consultations, please email:  getinvolved@suffolkpct.nhs.uk

When undertaking consultations, NHS Suffolk follows the Cabinet Office Code of Practice on Consultation (see below):