Devolution and what it means for the NHS
This webinar, the fifth in our series, unpacks the devolution revolution, including what role NHS trusts play in the new combined authority landscape.
Speakers
We are in the midst of a ‘devolution revolution’. Local Councils have been replaced with Unitary Authorities; Unitary Authorities have come together to form Combined Authorities; Combined Authorities and their Mayors are on track to gain more power over local services. But what does this all mean? And what are the implications for the NHS and specifically NHS trusts?
It is critical that NHS leaders understand how they fit into this new world, the important role they can play, and the challenges these nascent political structures face. The NHS cannot afford to sit on the sidelines of devolution, nor can devolved administrations afford to leave the NHS out of the picture. While many Mayors do not currently have formal responsibilities over health, they have become the primary figures influencing determinants of health. Local economic growth and improved health outcomes require partnership.
This is the fifth part in a series being led by Michael Wood, head of Health Economic Partnerships. Michael advises NHS leaders nationally and locally on policy, strategy, partnerships and funding relating to the local economy, including in areas such as skills and workforce, estates, innovation, population health and finance.
Health Economic Partnerships
You will be automatically signed up to the full series of webinars, but you can of course choose which you would like to attend according to your interests or the needs of your organisation. Please note that the final three sessions are exclusively for NHS Confederation members.
The series:
- ‘Putting health at the heart of your local economy’ - Wednesday 26 February 2025, 2-3:30pm (90 mins)
- ‘Your role in an anchor system’ - Wednesday 26 March 2025, 2-3pm (60 mins)
- ‘Reimagining how we work with our universities, colleges and schools’ - Wednesday 23 April 2025, 2-3pm (60 mins)
- ‘Quantifying the economic impact of the NHS and maximising our social value’ - Wednesday 28 May 2025, 2-3pm (60 mins)
- ‘What devolution means for the NHS’ - Wednesday 25 June 2025, 2-3pm (60 mins)
- ‘Embedding health on the high street’ - Wednesday 23 July 2025, 2-3pm (60 mins)
If you would like more information on becoming a member of the NHS Confederation please contact us here or reach out to our Acute Network director Rory Deighton for an informal conversation.
Audience
The sessions are primarily open to those at director level and above, including non-executive directors, and particularly chairs and chief executives.
We are happy to be flexible on wider participation if the session fits closely with your work area.
