This briefing summarises NHS England’s board meeting that was held on the 16 May 2024. 

The board meeting commenced with updates from the chair and chief executive. This was followed by regular reports on NHS operational and financial performance. The board was also updated on productivity, maternity services, research in the NHS and a review of the oversight and assessment framework, which is covered in greater detail within the briefing.

For more detail on any of the items outlined, please find the full agenda and papers here.