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Integrated care systems (ICSs) have existed in one form or another since 2016 and became legal entities in 2022. They were set up to form partnerships that bring together NHS organisations, the VCSE sector, local authorities and others to take collective responsibility for planning services, improving health and reducing inequalities. Almost a decade into their journey, there are clear signs that progress is being made, but it has been uneven and difficult. 2025 has already seen integrated care boards (ICBs) ordered to cut their operational costs by 50 per cent, so what does the next decade look like in the face of a continually challenging and changing landscape?
This event will explore how partners within ICSs can continue to meet challenges and drive improvements in health and care, including by supporting the three fundamental shifts outlined by the Prime Minister in a speech at The King’s Fund – a move from analogue to digital, from hospitals to communities, and from sickness to prevention – and how to embrace these shifts to improve services.
Through a series of panel discussions, presentations and workshops, we will look at what progress has been made so far in the journey towards integration that is important to uphold, and how the government’s plans, including the 10 Year Health Plan could offer further opportunities to deliver better integrated care and drive improvements in population health.
Join peers, experts and leaders to explore areas, including:
how the vision of care closer to home can be realised
the role digital technology can play in improving access to health and care services
international comparisons that can be drawn on to improve services here
the importance of focusing on prevention to improve the health of populations
how system-wide solutions can be utilised to tackle workforce challenges
answering the controversial questions that are often unaddressed
how it feels to lead through change and what can be learnt from it.
What previous attendees say
When I get the opportunity to attend an event at The King's Fund, I know that I can always expect my thinking to be stretched, connect with others across the sector, and leave feeling inspired to galvanise change.
The King's Fund conferences are always well-run, with diverse programming, interesting speakers, and interactive sessions that are highly engaging. There is usually a good selection of exhibitors too—just enough to get around without rushing to see everything. The location at Cavendish Square is very convenient, and the catering is always excellent.
The King's Fund conferences refresh the parts of the mind and spirit that other events don't always reach.
I learned a lot about what has been working and had a good opportunity to explore practical examples of how provider collaboratives are working, along with honest reflections on the challenges.
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Jenni Douglas-Todd
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Paul Corrigan
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Rt Hon Patricia Hewitt
Chair, NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board -
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Professor Don Berwick
Senior Fellow and President Emeritus, Institute for Healthcare Improvement, and International Visiting Fellow, The King’s Fund -
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Steven McIntosh
Chief Partnerships Officer, Macmillan Cancer Support -
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Dr Gillian Orrow
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Adam Doyle
National Director of System Development, NHS England -
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Cllr Anna Wright
Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Adult Social Care, Camden Council
2025 programme
Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Throughout the day you'll have time to attend and contribute to the sessions in the programme, as well as network with attendees and exhibitors.
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Ticket prices
Please note, there is a £20+VAT surcharge to cover the cost of processing invoices. This is in addition to the ticket price and will be added to your invoice. There is one invoice fee per order, not per ticket. There is no charge for paying by debit or credit card.
Early bird tickets now available.
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Community groups and small charities
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Charities and public sector
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Small-medium sized enterprise (SME)
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Commercial (large private company)
Bursary tickets
We offer a limited number of bursary places for people with lived experience to ensure a balance of voices in the room. To apply for a bursary place please email us a short paragraph explaining why you wish to attend.
Community group tickets
For community groups or charities with an income of less than £100k, we are pleased to offer a new low rate of £95 +VAT.
Student tickets
If you are a student in full-time education, please email us for a promotional code, with a photograph of your valid student ID. Student tickets are £115 +VAT.
People starting their career in health and care
If you're in the first three years of your career in health and care, you might quality for a reduced price ticket at £115 +VAT, please email us to request your promotion code.
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