THE DENNY REVIEW 

The Denny Review investigated health-related inequalities in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK). The review sought to understand where health inequalities are greatest and what can be done to improve the situation for those affected. A review of the published evidence both in the local area and nationally was commissioned from the University of Sheffield to establish what is known about health inequalities. Local voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE), including the four local Healthwatch organisations, engaged directly with local residents, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

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The Denny Review comes from the people of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. It is the result of intense engagement with residents, much of which has taken place inside communities that feel forgotten, underrepresented, and left behind.

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The true test in assessing the success of the response to the Report will be whether those individuals to whom were listened begin, over time, to feel like health and care services are for them, and that the barriers to access are tackled with pace and determination. The Report calls for a bold and radical response from system leaders with a real focus on action, not words.

 

 The Denny Review plays a vital role in holding up a mirror to health and care organisations, showing leaders the reality for many minority groups, and acting as a lightning rod for change. By bringing all insights and recommendations together and learning from existing best practice, there is an opportunity to ensure that insights from residents reach all areas of health and care.