Integrated Care Systems Network

The only national network bringing together the leaders of integrated care systems.

Our Integrated Care Systems (ICS) Network is the only independent national network which supports ICS leaders to exchange ideas, share experiences and challenges, and influence the national agenda. We are delighted to have all 42 ICSs in membership.

We support, represent and influence on our members' behalf through our policy work, media appearances and external affairs programme.

Our forums, webinars, Spotlight sessions, roundtables and our annual conference provide unique opportunities for ICS leaders to connect and share ideas and challenges.

Our regular bulletins and communication help to keep members supported and informed with the latest news, information and guidance that ICS leaders need to know.

“I really value the range of discussion and debate across all the issues which is backed up by high quality briefings and materials that really help me as an ICS leader to keep abreast of events in our fast moving world.” 

Professor Stephen Eames, CBE, CEO at Humber, Coast and Vale ICS  

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ICS Network Resources

Useful resources for ICS Network members

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Development offer

Specialist support programmes for system leaders and their teams.

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Case studies

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Case Study

Supporting elderly patients in Northamptonshire to stay well

The ICS in Northamptonshire has, with partner organisations, helped create a web of support for patients with long-term conditions.

5 May 2023

Case Study

Support for military families around pregnancy, birth and beyond

A two-year pilot scheme offers bespoke support for military families facing challenges around healthcare, pregnancy and birth in Lincolnshire.

26 April 2023

Case Study

Embedding mental health expertise into housing teams

Placing a mental health nurse in a housing team has ensured the right mental health support is in place and aligned with housing need.

6 April 2023

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Latest blogs

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Blog post

Reflections on the digital journey across Frimley ICS

Digital tools can enhance patient care and improve workforce experience without losing the compassion inherent in health and care, writes Sam Burrows.

15 March 2023

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Harnessing digital to deliver system ambitions

Matthew Taylor and Saffron Cordery explore how digital can help deliver the ambitions of integrated care systems (ICSs).

19 October 2022

Blog post

If the ICB board culture isn’t right, it simply won’t work

The importance of integrated care boards’ structure is secondary to ensuring the right culture within the board, writes Lena Samuels.

26 July 2022

Latest news

News

ICS leaders will be pleased to see Health and Social Care Select Committee reflect their priorities in inquiry report

Sarah Walter, director of the ICS Network, responds to the publication of the Health and Social Care Select Committee inquiry report on ICS.

29 March 2023

News

National network for ICB Chief Nurses announced

The NHS Confederation and the Queen's Nursing Institute (QNI) have announced the creation of a new national network for chief nurses of ICBs.

22 February 2023

News

Support for ICPs as strategy deadline looms

Webinars, top tips and FAQs among practical new resources designed to support the development of integrated care strategies due in December.

9 November 2022

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Upcoming events

Webinar

Community Network, June 2023

The next meeting of the Community Network will take place on Tuesday 6 June between noon and 2pm.

6 June 2023 12:00 - 14:00 GMT

Event

NHS ConfedExpo 2023

Join us at Manchester Central as we and NHS England unite health and care leaders and their teams at one of the biggest health and care conferences.

14 June 2023 08:30 - 15 June 2023 17:00 GMT

Webinar

Health inequality and air pollution – are we joining the dots?

Workshop to discuss the CMO report on health inequalities & air pollution and how to adopt the ICS Cleaner Air Framework to improve health outcomes.

10 July 2023 15:30 - 17:00 GMT

Conference

Health beyond the hospital conference

How can we best deliver out of hospital care? This event brings together those focused on keeping people well at home and in the community.

27 September 2023 08:00 - 17:15 GMT

Conference

ICS Network Conference 2023

Our annual face-to-face conference for members of the NHS Confederation’s ICS Network: leaders in ICSs, local authorities and VCSE partners.

28 November 2023 GMT

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Stay informed

Integrated Care Bulletin

Keep up to date with the latest integrated care news and developments and get first-hand insights on system working.

Member forums

Convening leaders to develop solutions to shared challenges.

Events and networking

Hear from influential speakers, get beneath the surface of key issues and engage with leaders across the sector.

Networks & countries

We provide support and a voice for acute trusts and integrated providers, supporting you in your leadership role at place level and within systems.

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