We have been working hard to represent our members’ views and influence policy developments in these key areas, as well as to help make sense of these developments for the whole of the NHS.
“The NHS Confed is a very valuable organisation in influencing policy and providing information on a wide and sometimes detailed range”
Member survey 2011
Click on each of the links to see an overview of how we have been working to engage and support our members in each of these priority areas.
Representing our members on NHS refom
“Credible and reasoned arguments delivered effectively”
Member survey 2011
Health and Social Care Bill
We secured our place at the very centre of the debate around NHS reform. Because we are able to understand the reforms from a system-wide viewpoint and ground our voice in the experience and expertise of our member; politicians, policy-makers and stakeholders clearly recognise and value our contribution. Read more
The commissioning landscape
We have been focused on supporting our existing PCT members as they address the issues associated with transition while at the same time engaging with the full range of new and emerging bodies that will have commissioning roles and responsibilities under the new system. Read more
Regulation
We have worked closely with our members over the course of the year to gain their feedback and gather their views on the proper role and function of regulation in the system. Read more
Public health
We have worked hard to influence and shape the public health proposals on behalf of our members and make sense of what they mean for the NHS and the wider health and social care system. Read more
Highlighting the financial pressures the NHS is under
“The Confederation has been saying the right things”
Member survey 2011
We have played a key role in continuing to publicly highlight the impact that the financial squeeze is having on the health and social care system, and have been increasingly vocal about the need to open up honest discussion with patients and the public about the difficult decisions that NHS leaders are having to make. Read more
Proactive on challenges of quality and dignity
“Keep up the good work! And thank you!”
Member survey 2011
We joined forces with Age UK and the Local Government Association to set up the Commission on improving dignity in care and take an industry lead on this fundamental issue. Read more
Industry-wide support functions
The NHS Employers organisation has been very effective in its work to support and represent NHS organisations on workforce related issues over the past year, particularly on the high profile issues of pension reform and industrial action. Our NHS European Office has also made a significant impact in Europe, influencing the Working Time Directive and legislation on the mobility of health professionals, medical devises and clinical trials.
Our networks
You can also find out how our networks have been supporting our members on areas of specific concern for mental health providers, emergency care services and independent sector providers.
