Patient Participation Toolkit
We created a Patient Participation Group (PPG) Toolkit, in collaboration with Healthwatch Central Bedfordshire. The toolkit acts as a detailed resource for setting up, managing, and enhancing PPGs within GP practices across Bedfordshire, Luton, and Milton Keynes (BLMK).

This toolkit aims to empower patients, boost engagement, and assist practices in addressing health inequalities.
Why create a PPG toolkit?
- Provide guidance for creating and facilitating PPGs.
- Promote diversity and inclusivity, ensuring participation from underrepresented groups.
- Support GP practices in engaging with patients to improve healthcare services.
- Equip PPGs with tools for effective governance, communication, and outreach.
- Align with national healthcare policies and Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements.
Download the full Patient Participation Toolkit
PPG Toolkit