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Advanced Foundation Trust Programme: guide for applicants consultation submission

Joint response with NHS Providers on the eligibility and application process for AFTS and for holding integrated health organisation contracts.

9 January 2026

Danny Mortimer to take up role as Director General for People across DHSC and NHS England

Danny Mortimer, chief executive of NHS Employers and deputy chief executive of the NHS Confederation, will join the DHSC executive team in February.

8 January 2026

Flu bounce back and cold snap leave NHS facing a difficult winter

We are concerned that we will see pressures continue to mount and this will to be a very difficult winter for the NHS.

8 January 2026

NHS Confederation responds to new HSSIB corridor care report

Corridor care is undignified, unsafe and frustrating for patients and their families.

8 January 2026

The Mental Health Act 2025: what you need to know

An overview of key changes to the Mental Health Act and the implications for healthcare organisations.

8 January 2026

How ICSs are delivering through change - three case studies

Three case studies taken from our annual State of ICS report demonstrating how ICSs are delivering through change

7 January 2026

New data shows NHS staff pulled out all the stops to keep care going during previous strikes

While thousands of tests, appointments and operations were cancelled, the NHS managed to keep the majority of services running.

5 January 2026

Drop in flu levels welcome but cold snap could pile pressure on the NHS

With plummeting temperatures and ice and snow expected in the coming days, this could pile more pressure on services.

2 January 2026

NHS remains under pressure despite slight drop in flu levels

Services are still seeing high levels of demand due to seasonal viruses and bed occupancy is around 95%.

31 December 2025

Siobhán McEntee

Dr Siobhán McEntee leads the new Northern Ireland Primary Care Network. She was appointed in October 2025.

23 December 2025