Louise Ansari joined Healthwatch in February 2022. Prior to this, Louise was Director of Communications and Influencing at the Centre for Ageing Better, and has a strong background in communications and engagement. Louise’s roles span across local and national government, health bodies and charities including social policy and local services. She is passionate about ensuring the public voice makes a difference in shaping health and care services. Louise co-chaired the 10 year plan vision working group on access to services. She is also a Non-Executive Director at the ICB NHS Sussex.