Non-Executive Directors Network
26 March 2026
10:00 - 12:00
Online via Teams
Leadership
Workforce
Overview
Gain the latest insight
As reform is underway within the NHS with the implementation of the 10-year health plan, our latest network is a timely opportunity for you to connect with other NHS non-executive directors (NEDs) from across the country to share challenges and learning.
Why this matters
As the NHS navigates significant policy shifts, evolving expectations of leadership, and workforce pressures, it is critical for NEDs to pause and reflect on the strategic challenges facing their trusts.
Operating under Chatham House Rule, this member-only network will provide you an opportunity to:
- Share ideas and exchange learning.
- Hear presentations from national leaders on the latest developments in the sector.
- Engage in interactive sessions to ask questions and share your thoughts.
- Have open and honest discussions with peers in breakout sessions.
Good range of talks and interesting conversations from questions.
Agenda
Thursday 26 Mar
09:45Waiting room open
10:00Welcome
Introduction and chair's welcome
Jayne Phoenix
10:05Session 1
Strategic policy update
This session will discuss recent strategic policy issues and developments, sharing analysis on what these may mean for the provider sector and considerations for NEDs.
Following the presentation, you'll have opportunity to engage in a Q&A.
11:00Comfort break
11:10Session 2
Topical system issues: The perspective of integrated care boards (ICBs) and primary care
As the government moves forward apace with legislating to abolish NHS England and redesigning the infrastructure of the NHS, this session will give NEDs an overview of the current issues, opportunities and risks as seen by the primary care sector and by ICBs.
We hope this will give you useful insight to inform your board role, building your strategic insight and awareness. It will also provide an opportunity for trust NEDs to articulate the challenges and priorities they want ICBs and primary care partners to hear. There will be plenty of time for Q&A following the two speakers’ inputs.
11:55Closing comments
Please note, our agenda is still in development for this event so session timings may be subject to change. We will share more details over the coming weeks of further sessions and speakers.
Network chair and speakers
Jayne Phoenix
Non-Executive Director
Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
How to book
Attendance is free, however you will need to book in advance to receive joining instructions to access the network.
If you have any questions, or would like to be added to the mailing list to hear about future events and NHS Providers resources, please contact the Networks team.
Who should attend
This network is designed for:
- NHS NEDs with strategic oversight of workforce, leadership or governance
- All NEDs with portfolios covering people, or system leadership
- NEDs seeking to engage with peers on current challenges and share learning