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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

🏠 We’ve moved! NHS Providers is now part of The NHS Alliance, the independent membership body that represents and supports the health and care system in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. For the latest updates visit: thenhsalliance.org

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Moving into an #NHS executive director role brings new expectations around leadership, governance and board decision-making. Support new and aspiring leaders with our #BoardDev 'Executive director induction'. 📅 Thurs 21 May | Leeds Discover more 👉 bit.ly/3NBKxYR

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NHS Providers – Board Development

In-person course

Meet the trainers

Mike Gill, Associate, Board Development Programme

Paul Devlin, Associate, Board Development Programme

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Non-executive directors (NEDs) play a vital role in keeping #NHS boards focused on quality. Support new and aspiring NEDs with our #BoardDev course exploring quality governance and board oversight. 📅 Wed 25 March | Online Discover more and book 👇 🔗 bit.ly/4sBOlrQ

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Online course

NHS Quality for non-executive directors

Date: Wednesday 25 March

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Starting out as a governor comes with statutory responsibilities. Our #GovernWell course helps governors to have an understanding of NHS structures, statutory duties and healthcare quality to support strong contribution from the outset. Discover more 👉 bit.ly/4qLdXBc

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NHS Providers - GovernWell

Online course

Introduction to the role of the governor

Date: Wednesday 25 March
Time: 9:30am

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The NHS Alliance will be the unified membership organisation formed from our merger with NHS Confederation. From April, it will provide a strong national voice for health leaders, enabling more effective collaboration at a time of transformation for the NHS. Read more➡️ nhsproviders.org/who-we-are

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

📝 Well-structured papers make complex issues easier to understand. Our online 'Effective report writing' #BoardDev course helps #NHS colleagues structure board papers, highlight priorities, and write with precision. 📅 Tues 17 March Discover more 👉 bit.ly/4kKc5HM

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"Well delivered and great content that will no doubt prove invaluable for my (and my team's) future report writing." - Previous attendee of Board Development courses

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

⏱️ Two weeks to go until our 'Member and public engagement' #GovernWell course. Support your #NHS governors to build confidence in representing members and the public and strengthen engagement across your trust. Discover more 👉 bit.ly/4rj2HxB

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Online Course

Recruitment: Member and public engagement

Date: Tuesday 12 March
Time: 9:30am

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Build a strong foundation for new #NHS governors. Our #GovernWell course offers a clear introduction to the governor role, statutory duties, NHS structures and quality, supporting confident contribution from the outset. 📅 Wed 25 March Discover more 👉 bit.ly/4qLdXBc

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

✍️ Write reports that guide clear, confident decisions. Our online 'Effective report writing' #BoardDev course helps #NHS leaders present complex issues with precision, highlight key priorities and produce focused board papers. Discover more 👉 bit.ly/4kKc5HM

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Online course

Effective report writing

Date: Tuesday 17 March
Time: 9:30am

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Representing the public is a core part of the #NHS governor role. Our #GovernWell course helps governors build confidence in meaningful engagement and bring member and community perspectives into trust decision-making. 📅 Thurs 12 March Discover more 👉 bit.ly/4rj2HxB

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Last few places left for our 'Effective questioning and challenge' #GovernWell course on Tuesday 24 February. Help your #NHS governors to challenge constructively, ask purposeful questions and strengthen oversight. Book today 👉 bit.ly/48m0fOh

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Taking on an #NHS non-executive director (NED) role brings immediate expectations around governance and accountability. Our #BoardDev induction helps new and aspiring NEDs contribute with confidence from the start. 📅 19–20 March | London Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/4pXDqHy

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Risk oversight is a core board responsibility. Build confidence in assurance, risk appetite and #NHS board-level discussions on our 'Risk management for boards' course, 10 March. Discover more and book your place 🔗 bit.ly/3M4oV6R #BoardDev

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"I feel equipped to go back to our board and have challenging but constructive conversations about what we do now and how we can improve." - Previous attendee of Board Development courses

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Developing future executive directors takes time, insight and a strong understanding of governance. Support future #NHS leaders with our #BoardDev 'Aspiring directors programme' (Mar–Oct) for those preparing for a first executive role. Discover more 👉 bit.ly/49LBH2Z

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

What does outpatient transformation look like when it actually works? Hear how #NHS trusts are improving elective delivery and outpatient productivity, with insights from @england.nhs.uk and Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Watch the webinar 🎥 bit.ly/45PYEQb

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Webinar: Recovering elective care

Explore how NHS trusts can transform outpatient care and drive delivery through elective reform.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Investing in early executive leadership development strengthens #NHS board governance. 📅 Support new and aspiring executive directors through our online #BoardDev induction on 26 February. Discover more and book today. 👇 🔗 bit.ly/49MJbl8

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Online course

Executive director induction

Date: Thursday 26 February

Time: 9:30am

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

🚨 The National Cancer Plan launches next month! Patients first, outcomes improved. Join this free session to see key commitments, practical solutions and hear from those shaping its delivery. 🔗 bit.ly/4t0JykG #NHS

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Preparing future executive directors requires time, reflection and structured development. Support senior #NHS leaders with our in-person #BoardDev programme (Mar–Oct 2026), focused on strengthening governance and leadership capability. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/49LBH2Z

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

How can the #NHS move beyond temporary fixes to today's capacity pressures without waiting years for new hospitals? A new blog by Darwin Group explores a "third way" for NHS estates, combining speed, quality and flexibility to unlock capacity now. 👉 bit.ly/49JP1oE

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Build confident challenge at board level. ⌛ With less than two weeks to go, our one-day online #BoardDev 'Effective challenge for boards' course supports #NHS leaders to strengthen scrutiny and decision-making. Discover more and book today 👇 🔗 bit.ly/3Ysv8fk

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Effective challenge for boards

Date: Tuesday 3 February

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

In order for new #NHS executive directors to excel in their role, they need clarity, confidence and board-level insight. Our #BoardDev 'Executive director induction' on 26 February supports that transition. Discover more and secure a place ⤵️ 🔗 bit.ly/49MJbl8

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"This is a must attend event for any new executive. There has been so much richness in the areas covered." - Previous attendee of board development courses

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🚨 Skin cancer referrals are rising. Innovation is no longer optional. Join our webinar with #SkinAnalytics to see how regulated autonomous #AI is safely triaging benign skin lesions across the #NHS and freeing clinical capacity. 🔗 bit.ly/3MXq0xl

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

How a meeting is chaired can shape the quality of discussion and outcomes. Support your #NHS board to build confidence and practical chairing skills on our online #BoardDev 'Effective chairing of meetings' course. 📅 12 Feb Discover more and sign up 👉 bit.ly/4byOvLh

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Online course

Meet the trainers

Paul Hogg, Associate, Board Development Programme

Pamela Chesters, Associate, Board Development Programme

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

We’re pleased to announce that Sir Ciarán Devane will lead the new organisation formed by the merger of NHS Providers and @nhsconfed.org becoming its first chief executive. Thank you to @danielelkeles.bsky.social for his outstanding leadership of NHS Providers. ➡️https://bit.ly/4sK57G9

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Constructive challenge is key to effective board performance. Strengthen your #NHS board's scrutiny, accountability and decision-making with our online 'Effective challenge for boards' course. 📅 3 Feb | 💻 Online Discover more and sign up 👉 bit.ly/3Ysv8fk #BoardDev

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"I would recommend the session to anyone wanting to understand more about appreciative inquiry and a non-adversarial approach to conducting meetings." - Previous attendee of board development courses

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Understanding your board's risk appetite is crucial for effective decision-making. Our #BoardDev course supports #NHS boards to use risk appetite to inform strategy and shape decisions. 📅 27 Jan | 💻 Online Discover more and book today ⤵️ 🔗 bit.ly/48JiMoZ

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Online course

Meet the trainers

Richard Mackie, Associate, Board Development Programme

Sophie Guest, Associate, Board Development Programme

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

If you support #NHS meetings, these skills matter: 📋 Clear agendas 📝 Accurate minutes 📂 Tracked actions Build the skills that keep NHS meetings running smoothly on our #BoardDev course. 📅 27 Jan | 💻 Online 👉 bit.ly/48sJ4KP

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"Really informative day thank you, after all the years of taking minutes and teaching myself, I wish I had been given this opportunity sooner." - Previous attendee of board development courses

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

🚨 Skin cancer referrals are rising, but dermatology capacity isn’t. Join us and our partner #SkinAnalytics for a free webinar on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) safely triages benign cases, frees up capacity, and supports #NHS teams. Register: bit.ly/3MXq0xl #DigitalHealth #Innovation

Webinar announcement titled 'Protecting clinical capacity with autonomous artificial intelligence' scheduled for Wednesday, 4 February in partnership with Skin Analytics.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

✨ Thank you to all #NHS staff for their extraordinary commitment this year.✨ 🔷 See some of the innovative work happening across the NHS: bit.ly/4pO0R6z From everyone @NHSProviders, we wish you a happy and healthy 2026.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we want to thank #NHS staff for their extraordinary commitment. Despite challenges, the NHS has continued to deliver safe and high-quality care. ✨ From all of us NHS Providers, we wish you a restful festive season and all the best for 2026.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Clear risk appetite underpins effective board decisions. Our #Risk appetite for boards course helps #NHS boards apply risk appetite in practice, so it actively informs strategy and assurance. 📅 27 January | Online 🔗 bit.ly/48JiMoZ #BoardDev

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NHS Providers – Board Development

Online course

Meet the trainers

Richard Mackie, Associate, Board Development Programme

Sophie Guest, Associate, Board Development Programme

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

“This is hard, but it’s doable.” That’s how one participant described our first national neighbourhood health simulation with @pplthinks.bsky.social @feedbackmedical.bsky.social and #Optum at our 2025 Annual Conference. Join our free webinar to learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3MCCTg7

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

The Taskforce for Diversity in NHS Communications is urging health leaders to do more to tackle bias and discrimination in #NHS communications. By signing the Charter, NHS leaders can help to build a more representative workforce. Read more: bit.ly/498wXDc

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The quote says, "Diversity in communication roles isn't just a moral imperative – it's essential for building trust and delivering services that truly meet the needs of every community."

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

How can neighbourhood health models be put into practice and delivered sustainably? PPL's new report shares insights from the first national simulation of neighbourhood health in action, supported by @nhsproviders.bsky.social, Optum and @feedbackmedical.bsky.social. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/3MKXNcL

Promotional image for the National Neighbourhood Health Service Simulation Learning Report, dated December 2025, featuring logos of PPL, NHS Providers, Optum, and Feedback Medical. Image includes directional signs to the Main Entrance and Emergency Department of Moorview General Hospital.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

What makes an effective #NHS non-executive director (NED)? ☑️ Clarity ☑️ System insight ☑️ Confident governance Support new NEDs to build these foundations and make a strong start in their role with our in-person #BoardDev course. 📅 22-23 January 🔗 bit.ly/48ld62T

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"I attended this programme myself as a new NED just over two years ago and cannot commend it highly enough." - Non-executive director, Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

“This vote is a bitter pill which will inevitably result in harm to patients and damage to the NHS.” @danielelkeles.bsky.social responds to the BMA’s vote to press on with further strike action. Read our full statement: bit.ly/3N0mIsR

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

The #NHS doesn't have a talent shortage. It has a retention problem linked to structural inequalities. 🧑🏾‍💼🧕🏾👩🏿‍💻 NHS leaders can help change this. The Diversity Charter outlines the steps we can take together. 👉 Find out more: bit.ly/3McF6P4

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Great #NHS meetings depend on great minute takers. ✍️ Equip your teams with key skills to strengthen effective meeting admin and produce clear, accurate minutes through our #BoardDev course. Book today 👉 bit.ly/48sJ4KP

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Introduction to effective meeting administration and minute taking

Date: Tuesday 27 January
Time: 9:30am

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

“The NHS is facing a tidal wave of flu” @danielelkeles highlights record flu figures in the #NHS winter stats, and warns of disruption and distress for patients with looming strike action. Statement here: bit.ly/446kA8O

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

.@danielelkeles.bsky.social hails the government’s #Budget which paves the way for new public-private partnerships to raise money for capital schemes. Read the full press release ➡️ bit.ly/3M0j9Te

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Want clearer, more confident risk discussions at board level? Our 'Risk management for boards' course on 2 December offers practical tools on assurance, risk appetite and internal controls, vital for new or experienced #NHS board members. 👉 bit.ly/4ohXmEr #BoardDev

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NHS Charities Together @nhscharitiestogether.co.uk · 17/11/2025

It was a pleasure to attend the @nhsproviders.bsky.social Annual Conference last week. You may have seen our short film on the main stage talking about the incredible potential of working with your NHS charity. Find out more on our website at nhscharitiestogether.co.uk. #NHSP25

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Our chief executive @danielelkeles.bsky.social visited North View, one of the main inpatient sites for Greater Manchester Mental Health #NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH) located in Crumpsall.

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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

A fantastic two days in Manchester for the @nhsproviders.bsky.social annual conference. IMPOWER's James Swaffield shares reflections from our panel session in latest blog: bit.ly/4oFVN3K

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

In our final #NHSP25 plenary, NHS England's Sir Jim Mackey discussed his medium term priorities. Read the thread to see highlights from his session 1/4🧵👇

NHS England's chief executive speaking on stage at the podium for our Annual Conference and Exhibition.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

This afternoon we heard more about the Neighbourhood Health Simulation which ran alongside #NHSP25. A powerful look at how neighbourhood health and patient-centred design can transform the #NHS, with insights gathered over two days of simulation. #NHSP25 @pplthinks.bsky.social 🧵1/3

Image of conference chair (Sky News anchor) Gillian Joseph, speaker (joint chief executive of PPL) Claire Kennedy, (joint chief executive of PPL) Simon Morioka, (national adviser, strategy directorate, NHS England) Dr James Kent on stage, with a video on the projection screen featuring participants of the Neighbourhood Health Simulation, at NHS Providers' Annual Conference and Exhibition 2025.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

The afternoon of day two of #NHSP25 kicks off with a keynote speech from the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting. He starts by thanking #NHS providers for their achievements over the last year.

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Our second Annual Conference plenary session featured a compelling conversation on leadership, purpose and resilience. NHS Providers chair Sir Terence Stephenson and @nhsconfed.org chair Lord Victor Adebowale shared their journeys as #NHS leaders and explored what that means today. #NHSP25

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

It's been brilliant to hear how how trusts are embedding research as a core part of clinical practice and strategy in this morning's breakout session. Thanks to all our brilliant panellists! #NHSP25

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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Full audience at our #DeliveringWithPartners session with @taradonnelly.bsky.social Freda Bhatti and Paul Little as they share how North East Essex leaders are improving neighbourhood health and care through Integrated Neighbourhood Teams, tackling challenges across systems. #NHSP25

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