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Strategy Directors Network

5 February 2026

10:00 - 12:00

Online via Teams

Overview

Connect with fellow NHS strategy directors

In the wake of the 10-year health plan’s publication, our upcoming network meeting offers strategy directors from trusts across the country a dedicated space to reflect on the changing health and care landscape, share insight, and explore emerging priorities together.

Why this matters

As the NHS navigates significant policy shifts and evolving expectations, it is critical for strategy directors 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.

Good opportunity to bring strategy minds from different organisations together. Candid conversations could be had

Previous attendee

Agenda

Thursday 5 Feb

  1. 09:45Waiting room open

  2. 10:00Welcome and introductions

    • Introduction and chair's welcome
      • David Williams

  3. 10:05Session 1

    • Strategic policy update

      A member of NHS Providers will provide an overview of the current policy landscape, detailing the latest updates. 

      This session will also include an interactive Q&A.

  4. 11:00Comfort break

  5. 11:15Session 2

    • Opportunity to engage with NHS England

      In this session, we'll hear the latest insights on national priorities and future direction from NHS England's director of strategy.

  6. 11:55Closing comments

Please note, our agenda is still in development for this event so session timings are subject to change. We will share more details over the coming weeks of further sessions and speakers. 

Network chair

David  Williams

David Williams

Group Director of Strategy and Partnerships

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust and Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

David  Williams

David Williams

Group Director of Strategy and Partnerships

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust and Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Strategy Directors Network chair.

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 anyone with strategic responsibility for shaping the direction and priorities of their trusts. This includes: 

  • Directors of strategy and planning.
  • Interim/acting/assistant/deputy directors and heads of are also welcome to attend.