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Annual Report 2024-2025
We have published our Annual Report for 2024-2025, offering a clear and independent assessment of healthcare services across Wales.
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Joint Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy
Together with Care Inspectorate Wales, we have published a joint strategy focusing on equality, diversity, and inclusion.

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HIW Inspection Highlights Compassionate Care at Bridgend Maternity Unit Alongside Areas for Improvement

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has published a report following an unannounced inspection of the maternity unit at Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, managed by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

Published: 4 December 2025
Thank you for having your say on our Strategy for 2026–2030!

Our public consultation is now closed, and we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who took part.

Published: 1 December 2025
Mental Health Services in Wales: Ongoing Challenges and Opportunities for Improvement

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has published its Mental Health, Learning Disability Services and Mental Health Act Monitoring Annual Report 2024-2025, which outlines themes of our work for mental health and learning disability services across Wales.

Published: 20 November 2025
Secondment Opportunity: Develop HIW’s New Approach to Maternity and Neonatal Assurance

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) is offering an exciting twelve-month secondment for an experienced Project Lead to shape the future of maternity and neonatal service assurance in Wales.

Published: 18 November 2025
Inspection of Royal Glamorgan Hospital’s Emergency Department Reveals Progress and Ongoing Challenges

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has published its findings following an unannounced inspection of the Emergency Department (ED) at Royal Glamorgan Hospital, managed by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

Published: 6 November 2025
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