The next meeting of our Communication Leads network will be taking place virtually on Thursday 23 January between 13:00 - 15:30. 

An exciting meeting agenda has been confirmed:

• We will present a strategic policy update covering current developments and sharing analysis on what these may mean for the provider sector. This will be followed by an interactive Q&A. 
• Chris Hopson, chief strategy officer, and Nick McDermott, interim director of communications at NHS England, will lead a session exploring the changing landscape for trusts and what this could mean for communications teams.
• A session led by Lynda Scott, director of communications and marketing at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, who will explore training modules for NHS communications teams. 
• Kate Jarman, the network chair, will lead a plenary discussion around what you'd like to see from the network and topical issues. 

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The meeting will be chaired by:

• Kate Jarman, Chief Corporate Services Officer, Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Who is it for?

• Anyone with strategic oversight for the communications agenda of their trusts, for example: directors of communications, public affairs, engagement and marketing, or senior communications manager.
• Interim, acting, assistant and deputy directors are also welcome to attend.

Why attend?

This member-only network provides you with opportunities to:

• Share ideas and exchange information.
• Hear presentations from peers and external bodies.
• Participate in panel discussions and roundtable sessions.
• Have open and honest discussions with peers (i.e. Chatham House Rule applies).

How do I book?

Attendance is free for all members, but you will need to book in advance to receive joining instructions for the sessions. If bookings are open, please book using the link above. If you have any questions or would like to be added to the mailing list, please contact the networks team.