The PCT Network was established as part of the NHS Confederation to provide a distinct voice for PCTs. We work to raise the profile of the issues facing PCTs and to improve the influence of PCT members.
The NHS Confederation is the independent membership body for the full range of organisations that make up today’s NHS across the UK. Its ambition is excellence for patients, the public and staff by supporting the leadership of today’s NHS. As the national voice for NHS leadership, it meets the collective needs of the NHS and addresses the distinct needs of all parts of the NHS through its networks and forums. The PCT Network is one of these.
Our vision
Primary care trusts (PCTs) are at the heart of the local NHS. They hold the purse strings for the majority of NHS resources for their local population. Their role as commissioners is to be advocates for patients and custodians for tax payers.
About the PCT Network
The PCT Network represents the views and promotes the common interests of primary care trusts in England.
PCT Network work programme
The PCT Network has five key priority work areas for 2007/08, plus a number of additional work areas. These areas are underpinned by the overarching aim to enhance the reputation of PCTs. The priorities were agreed by the PCT Network board at the inaugural board meeting in May 2007, and were enhanced by ideas from the inaugural Network AGM in June
Get involved
The PCT Network work programme provides a range of involvement opportunities for network member to participate in including events, seminars, workshops and dinners, in addition to the wider Confederation work. Members are updated on opportunities through regular electronic bulletins.
Activities at a glance
Since the Network was launched in December 2006, it has begun to establish itself as the voice for PCTs. This page lists activities month by month.
Recent events
This page contains information about recent events held by the Primary Care Trust Network.
Become a member of the PCT Network
Join the PCT Network to benefit from specific opportunities to influence policy and the public debate, receive regular communications and enhance the reputation of PCTs. All NHS primary care trusts are eligible for membership as long as they are already a member of the NHS Confederation.
About primary care trusts
Primary care trusts (PCTs) are the cornerstone of the NHS locally. Their equivalents in Scotland, community health partnerships, manage primary and community health services, as do local health boards in Wales. Northern Ireland is proposing to create seven local commissioning groups that will be driven by GPs.
PCT Network publications
This page contains information on reports and briefings published by the Primary Care Trust Network.
Last reviewed 8 May 2008