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Annual leadership and workforce summit 2026 (in-person conference) In-person event at The King's Fund, London. Joining instructions will be sent one week prior to the event.

Less than 48 hours to secure your early bird tickets for our Annual Leadership and Workforce Summit 2026.

Book before Sunday 28 December to secure your lower rate 🎟️

https://bit.ly/3YrxwTk

#KFLead

26.12.2025 15:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional image for a free online event by The King's Fund titled 'What's in store for health and care in 2026?' featuring three individuals engaged in conversation, scheduled for 28 January 2026 from 1-2pm.

Promotional image for a free online event by The King's Fund titled 'What's in store for health and care in 2026?' featuring three individuals engaged in conversation, scheduled for 28 January 2026 from 1-2pm.

Rising demand, fragile social care and NHS restructuring… What’s in store for health and care in 2026?

Join our free event on the 28th Jan for insight and solutions from The King's Fund.

Register: https://bit.ly/4iXDd5a

17.12.2025 21:28 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Events Content Officer (maternity cover) | The King's Fund We are looking for an experienced Events Content Officer to join us on a 12-month fixed term contract to lead events, develop content, and shape the future of our exciting portfolio.

Do you have experience in planning and delivering virtual and in-person conferences and other smaller events?

Applications for our Events Content Officer (maternity cover) position close on the 23rd of January.

Find out more and apply now.

https://bit.ly/3NikIfQ

19.01.2026 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Group of joyful individuals celebrating outdoors with raised hands, one person in a wheelchair, inviting people to an event about tackling health inequalities on 12 May.

Group of joyful individuals celebrating outdoors with raised hands, one person in a wheelchair, inviting people to an event about tackling health inequalities on 12 May.

You're invited on Tuesday 12 May for our latest event: Tackling health inequalities – people, places and possibilities. Early bird tickets are now available for a limited time! 🎟️

πŸ‘‰ Find out more and book your place: https://bit.ly/45SfFZS

16.01.2026 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Events Content Officer (maternity cover) | The King's Fund We are looking for an experienced Events Content Officer to join us on a 12-month fixed term contract to lead events, develop content, and shape the future of our exciting portfolio.

Do you have experience in planning and delivering virtual and in-person conferences and other smaller events?

We are looking for an Events Content Officer (maternity cover) to join our exciting and busy events team.

Find out more and apply now.

https://bit.ly/3NikIfQ

17.01.2026 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Events Content Officer (maternity cover) | The King's Fund We are looking for an experienced Events Content Officer to join us on a 12-month fixed term contract to lead events, develop content, and shape the future of our exciting portfolio.

Do you have experience in planning and delivering virtual and in-person conferences and other smaller events?

We are looking for an Events Content Officer (maternity cover) to join our exciting and busy events team.

Find out more and apply now.

https://bit.ly/3NikIfQ

13.01.2026 15:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What’s In Store For Health And Care In 2026? | The King's Fund What’s Likely To Make The Headlines In Health And Care This Year? Sarah Woolnough Explores What To Look Out For In 2026 And What It Could Mean For The Nation’s Health.

Health and care was full of change in 2025 but what does it all add up to? Will it be enough to turn the tide on a nation's distressed health? https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-analysis/blogs/health-and-care-2026?utm_term=thekingsfund&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social

12.01.2026 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional image for a free online event by The King's Fund titled 'What's in store for health and care in 2026?' featuring three people engaged in conversation. Event details provided for January 28, 2026, from 1-2pm.

Promotional image for a free online event by The King's Fund titled 'What's in store for health and care in 2026?' featuring three people engaged in conversation. Event details provided for January 28, 2026, from 1-2pm.

Free event: What’s in store for health and care in 2026?

πŸ“† Join us on the 28th January as we explore the challenges ahead - and the opportunities to turn plans into action.

Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4iXDd5a

10.12.2025 21:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Annual Leadership and Workforce Summit 2026 | The King's Fund What does it mean to lead with humanity in a time of profound transformation and disruption? Meet with leaders across sectors to explore how to shape a future rooted in compassion and possibility. Reg...

How can leadership help us stay grounded in what matters most?

Join us on 19 March 2026 to explore how to create cultures where people thrive and how to build a more responsive and resilient system – one that puts people and communities at its heart: https://bit.ly/3K7FOw8

15.12.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Annual Leadership and Workforce Summit 2026 | The King's Fund What does it mean to lead with humanity in a time of profound transformation and disruption? Meet with leaders across sectors to explore how to shape a future rooted in compassion and possibility. Reg...

πŸ™Œ Delighted to have launched @thekingsfund.bsky.social Annual Leadership and Workforce Summit 2026: shaping tomorrow: leading with humanity in a changing world. πŸ™Œ #KFLEAD

Together, we’ll explore how leadership can help us stay grounded in what matters most. Hope you can join us!

09.12.2025 13:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Annual Leadership and Workforce Summit 2026 | The King's Fund What does it mean to lead with humanity in a time of profound transformation and disruption? Meet with leaders across sectors to explore how to shape a future rooted in compassion and possibility. Reg...

What does it mean to lead with humanity in a time of profound transformation and disruption?

Meet with leaders across sectors at our Annual leadership and workforce summit on 19 March 2026 to explore how to shape a future rooted in compassion and possibility: https://bit.ly/3K7FOw8

29.11.2025 17:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sir Michael Marmot and two speakers standing and smiling beside each other for a photo.

Sir Michael Marmot and two speakers standing and smiling beside each other for a photo.

Wes Streeting and Sarah Woolnough both seated in a conference setting with notes on their lap.

Wes Streeting and Sarah Woolnough both seated in a conference setting with notes on their lap.

Dame Rachel De Souza speaking at the pew at a King's Fund Conference.

Dame Rachel De Souza speaking at the pew at a King's Fund Conference.

Two members of staff at The King's Fund standing in front of a board of posters drawn by primary school children

Two members of staff at The King's Fund standing in front of a board of posters drawn by primary school children

Sharing a few of our favourite snapshots from today's 'Creating the Healthiest Generation of Children' conference – moments that capture the energy, insight and shared commitment driving better outcomes for children and young people. @barnardos.org.uk
#KFChildrensHealth

25.11.2025 19:16 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional poster for The King's Fund Annual Conference 2025, featuring a healthcare professional with a stethoscope, standing confidently in a hospital setting. Event details include the date 5-6 November.

Promotional poster for The King's Fund Annual Conference 2025, featuring a healthcare professional with a stethoscope, standing confidently in a hospital setting. Event details include the date 5-6 November.

Join the discussion at The King’s Fund Annual Conference, where we’ll go beyond the buzzwords and unpack the tough questions. https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/events/annual-conference?utm_term=thekingsfund&utm_source=Bluesky&utm_medium=social

22.10.2025 16:05 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
An image for an online event titled 'From ambition to impact: delivering the future of cancer care' scheduled for 16 October. The event will explore topics such as neighborhood health services, equitable access to care, and improvements in patient pathways and outcomes. The image includes bulleted information and The King's Fund logo, noting MSD's sponsorship but that editorial decisions sit exclusively with The King's Fund.

An image for an online event titled 'From ambition to impact: delivering the future of cancer care' scheduled for 16 October. The event will explore topics such as neighborhood health services, equitable access to care, and improvements in patient pathways and outcomes. The image includes bulleted information and The King's Fund logo, noting MSD's sponsorship but that editorial decisions sit exclusively with The King's Fund.

Book your place for next week's free online event on delivering the future of cancer care from 1–2pm on 16 October.

At our event, sponsored by MSD, senior leaders will talk about the forthcoming cancer plan and how it can build on the vision of the 10 Year Health Plan: https://bit.ly/3K1mhgE

06.10.2025 14:07 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Image description: Promotional image for The King's Fund Annual Conference 2025 featuring the Chief Executive of NHS England, scheduled for 6 November at 2:40 pm.

Image description: Promotional image for The King's Fund Annual Conference 2025 featuring the Chief Executive of NHS England, scheduled for 6 November at 2:40 pm.

We're delighted to welcome Sir James Mackey, Chief Executive of NHS England to our Annual conference in November. He's joining us on day 2 of the event which focuses on what the future might mean for the health and care system. Book your place today: buff.ly/yo1wQcK

16.10.2025 08:02 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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This afternoon we were pleased to welcome Professor Sir Chris Whitty, Professor Isabel Oliver, Sir Gregor Smith & Professor Sir Michael McBride to end our prevention conference.

It's been a fantastic day of discussion, thanks everyone for coming & let us know what you thought using #KFPrevention.

17.09.2025 16:30 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great event yesterday, delighted to be joined by amazing speakers inc Wes Streeting MP, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care and Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester to explore what comes next after the publication of the 10 Year Health Plan
#KF10YearPlan
@thekingsfund.bsky.social

10.09.2025 08:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just over a year since the PM came to @thekingsfund.bsky.social to respond to Lord Darzi’s review of the NHS, the health secretary is back today to speak at our #KF10YearPlan conference. Good to hear he’s welcoming our scrutiny of government plans!

09.09.2025 12:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional image for The King's Fund annual conference, featuring a portrait of Chris Boardman, National Active Travel Commissioner and Chair of Sport England, with event details: November 5, 4:05 PM.

Promotional image for The King's Fund annual conference, featuring a portrait of Chris Boardman, National Active Travel Commissioner and Chair of Sport England, with event details: November 5, 4:05 PM.

At this year's annual conference, we're delighted to welcome Chair of Sport England & National Active Travel Commissioner, Chris Boardman.

He'll be joining us on day one to discuss holistic approaches to creating good health for all. Find out more: buff.ly/yo1wQcK

25.07.2025 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fantastic final panel as we explore what does the 10 year plan mean for integrated care? @thekingsfund.bsky.social #kfics25

08.07.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Graphic for The King's Fund podcast featuring geometric shapes in magenta and teal. The text reads: We want to hear from you. Send us your questions on the 10 Year Health Plan and they might feature in the next episode of The King's Fund podcast.

Graphic for The King's Fund podcast featuring geometric shapes in magenta and teal. The text reads: We want to hear from you. Send us your questions on the 10 Year Health Plan and they might feature in the next episode of The King's Fund podcast.

Our next podcast episode will be on the 10 Year Health Plan and we want to hear from you πŸ“’

Do you have a burning question about the plan that you want answered? Drop it in the comments or get in touch at website@kingsfund.org.uk – it might feature in our upcoming episode.

05.07.2025 17:12 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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10 Year Health Plan Event | The King's Fund Join us at our event in September where we'll delve into the choices and actions needed to make the 10 Year Health Plan a reality. Book your ticket today.

The much-anticipated 10 Year Health Plan has finally landed. But what happens next?

At our event in September, we'll explore the actions and decisions needed to realise the ambitions set out in the plan, and transform the health service.

Find out more and book your place here: buff.ly/aetRD1S

04.07.2025 18:04 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Full programme for the @thekingsfund.bsky.social annual conference live now - as we consider the honest conversations needed following the publication of the #10yearhealthplan #kfannual - do take a look!

03.07.2025 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Addressing Health Inequalities For Children And Young People | The King's Fund Join our event to discuss how the health and care system can adapt to deliver meaningful change for children and young people.

Children’s health is in crisis.

The government has pledged to create the β€˜healthiest generation of children’. But what will that take?

In partnership with @barnardos.org.uk, this event will explore what's needed to make this vision a reality.

Find out more:
buff.ly/3Fbbchf

26.06.2025 09:14 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

If this is true it's absolutely chilling. What is the govt thinking?

26.06.2025 06:40 β€” πŸ‘ 35    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 1
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In 2023, more than 1 in 8 deaths in England were considered preventable at the time of death.

That is 75,694 people.

Prevention is more important than ever. Find out more about what prevention in health is, in our new explainer. buff.ly/d7vLRYx

23.06.2025 10:04 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

With the 10 Year Health Plan on the horizon, @natalieberry.bsky.social‬ proposes five tests the plan must meet if it is to turn ambition into action. New blog out now: buff.ly/tdNoXP7

23.06.2025 16:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

People conversing at The King's Fund annual reception. In a brightly lit, modern venue with 'Bold thinking for better health' as the strapline.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our annual reception last night.

It was a pleasure to share the evening with so many partners, colleagues and friends as we unveiled our new strategy and brand.

Here’s to bold thinking for better health.

buff.ly/mtXdqoJ

05.06.2025 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Annual Conference 2025 | Book Your Ticket | The King's Fund Taking place over two days our annual conference 2025 will be an opportunity to hear from leaders in the sector and network with peers. Register your interest today.

The government has set out its intention to improve health and care – but are they enough? And will they meet the public's needs?

Join leaders from health, care and beyond at our annual conference to tackle the big questions and shape the future together. buff.ly/8ErASAa

05.06.2025 14:25 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Too many people are struggling to access the health and care support they need.

Our NHS and social care systems are severely challenged.

Today we launch our new strategy to help tackle this

Join us in bold thinking for better health.
www.kingsfund.org.uk/about-us?utm...

04.06.2025 18:11 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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