e-Bulletin Newsletter - January 2026

News - 23 January 2026

This month, we share some wonderful news as our Chair receives an MBE in the King’s New Year’s Honours, alongside an important opportunity for you to help shape future palliative and end-of-life care services in our region.

Click below to read more and find out how you can get involved.

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January 2026 update
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Tony Bentley 

Tony worked for Healthwatch County Durham for two years after volunteering for seven and now serves on the Board while continuing to volunteer. He focuses on reaching people who may struggle to engage with health and social care services, ensuring their voices are heard and helping to drive real improvements. Tony previously served in the Royal Navy and went on to build a varied career spanning project management, operational development and charity work. Since moving to County Durham 10 years ago, he has remained committed to giving back to his community, motivated by a passion for improving outcomes for people who might otherwise go unheard.