NHS Group Models Forum

Following discussions at a governance event hosted by members of The Internal Audit Network (TIAN) in November 2025, there was strong interest in establishing a forum where NHS organisations could share experiences of governance within group models.

TIAN has therefore partnered with Browne Jacobson LLP to facilitate a national network bringing together NHS organisations that are currently operating within group structures or exploring the development of group models.

The network will provide a collaborative forum for participants to discuss the benefits, challenges and lessons learned from different governance approaches. Each session will include a presentation from an NHS organisation currently operating within a group model, followed by a roundtable discussion where participants can share perspectives and explore common governance issues.

Discussions will be supported by expert legal insight from Rebecca Hainsworth, Partner at Browne Jacobson, alongside governance specialists from across TIAN.