The City of Wolverhampton Council in the West Midlands has approved a new seven-year deal worth £1.96 million to provide free NHS Health Checks for residents. Cabinet members agreed to the funding on 18 March 2026 to help identify early signs of preventable illnesses like heart disease and diabetes.
The contract will begin on 1 September 2026 and will be delivered by local doctors and four groups of GP practices known as Primary Care Networks. These groups include The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust Primary Care Network, Wolverhampton North Network, and the East and West Unity Primary Care Networks.
Eligible residents aged between 40 and 74 who do not have a pre-existing condition such as heart disease can get a check-up every five years. These appointments help medical staff find early signs of serious health issues such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, diabetes and dementia.
Last year, a record 8,220 people in the city took part in the programme, which is higher than the average across the rest of England. Residents can find more information through the Wolverhampton Information Network or use the NHS Health Check Online service to start their assessment from home.
Councillor Obaida Ahmed, Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Community, said the checks are a vital tool to help doctors find undiagnosed conditions before they become serious. The council is required by law to provide these services to help residents stay healthy and reduce pressure on the health service.
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