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The NHS Confederation supports the NHS to:

  • share and benefit from international knowledge and good practice. 
  • develop, understand and access international opportunities.
  • represent NHS interests in Brexit and in relevant EU policy and legislation.
  • represent NHS expertise and interests in the UK’s international strategy and policy.

The NHS Confederation’s international programme is led by Dr Layla McCay, director of international relations, and includes the NHS European Office in Brussels. Please direct any enquiries or suggestions to international@nhsconfed.org.

 

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International news and updates

Find out about the latest news and events taking place across the globe in the field of health.

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Learning opportunities from international health services

Raising awareness of learning opportunities from across the globe for Confederation members.

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Participate in our international activity

Information on the international opportunities open to NHS Confederation members and how you can contribute to and learn from the Confederation's international collaborations.

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International memberships

The NHS Confederation collaborates with several international associations to share learnings and promote NHS expertise at the international level.

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Reports and resources for NHS international engagement

Reports, guidelines and toolkits on international engagement of interest to the NHS and Confederation members.

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