People attended a meeting to find out more about health services in the area.

Healthwatch Barnet held the advice day to tell people about its plans to launch a new series of activities to encourage physical activity.

Councillor Helena Hart, Barnet Council cabinet member for health, opened the event.

Selina Rodrigues, Head of Healthwatch Barnet, said “Healthwatch is here to listen and act upon local residents’ experience of health and social care.

“Information about Healthwatch has reached thousands of people in the Borough and is running a range of projects.

“Healthwatch is working with GP surgeries to improve communications and access for patients. Two thirds of the care homes that the team has visited agreed to make the changes that Healthwatch recommended.”

Healthwatch is run by Barnet Council. To give your opinions, visit www.engage.barnet.gov.uk.