All-Ireland Diabetes National Networking Forum

This inspiring NHS educational forum will bring together diabetes healthcare professionals from across Ireland to connect, collaborate and learn from each other’s experiences. Speakers include:

To discuss speaking opportunities please email the conference producer Erin Griffiths or call Erin on 01732 897 788. 

• £49 + VAT – NHS, Public Sector or Charity
• Commercial companies are also invited to sponsor this day. Please email Vanessa Jarman for further details.

Venue name: Clayton Hotel Belfast

Address: 22–26 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HS

Tel: 028 9032 8511

Directions: Click here to plan your journey using Google Maps

By Car

Clayton Hotel Belfast is conveniently located in Belfast city centre and is easily accessible from both the M1 and M2 motorways. The hotel does not have on-site parking; however, discounted parking is available at the nearby multi-storey car park on Dublin Road, located behind the hotel. Guests should register their vehicle with reception upon arrival.

By Train

Grand Central Station is less than a 10-minute walk from the venue and provides direct rail connections throughout Northern Ireland and the Enterprise service from Dublin. Lanyon Place Station is also within walking distance of the hotel.

By Bus / Coach

The venue is approximately a 5-minute walk from Europa Buscentre, Belfast's main coach and bus terminal. Local Metro and Glider services also operate nearby, providing easy access from across the city and surrounding areas.

By Air

George Best Belfast City Airport is approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) from the venue and can be reached in around 15–20 minutes by taxi. Belfast International Airport is approximately 20 miles (32 km) away and can be reached in around 35–40 minutes. Dedicated Airport Express bus services operate from both airports to the nearby Europa Buscentre.

Further travel and location information can be found here: Clayton Hotel Belfast – Maps & Directions

Once you have booked your place, SBK Healthcare will correspond with you using the email address you provided at the time of booking and you will be sent a formal confirmation. If you have not received this within 48 hours of making your booking please check your junk folder and then email bookings@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.

Approximately one week prior to the conference you will be sent an email which will include all the final details for attendance on the day, including a final agenda and venue information. 

Please inform us by writing to bookings@sbk-healthcare.co.uk if you have any special dietary or other requirements.

Registration fees
You will be sent an instant payment option or invoice on registration. Your payment is required in advance. If your fee has not been received prior to the event, and you are not able to provide a PO or proof of payment, you will be asked to make a credit or debit card payment on the day.
 
Modify registration
To let us know if your details are not correct when you have already registered, please email bookings@sbk-healthcare.co.uk.
 
Cancellations and substitutions
A full refund of fees will be made only for cancellations received within the first 48 hours of the booking being made. Notice of cancellation must be received in writing by emailing the bookings team at SBK Healthcare. Should you need to cancel your registration after this date, the registration fee remains payable in its entirety although a substitution will be accepted and conference documentation will be provided. Substitution attendees for delegates unable to attend after registering are acceptable at any time.
 
Conference changes
It may be necessary for reasons beyond the control of the conference organisers to alter the content, speakers or the timing of the programme. We will endeavour to keep you abreast of such changes but any unavoidable change to the format will not constitute a reason to refund the fee. Should the event be postponed, we will endeavour to reschedule the event. If, for reasons beyond the control of the conference organiser, the event is cancelled, a full refund will be made. We do not accept any liability for any incurred costs resulting from a postponement or cancellation.
 
Certificate of attendance
A certificate for Continuing Professional Development will be given to every attendee, as a record of continuing professional training and development.
 
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SBK Healthcare have been delivering Diabetes National Networking Forums in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales since 2011 with thousands of healthcare professionals benefitting from quality education, national updates and vital networking.

This tailored conference is designed to encompass technology updates, community initiatives, transitions and beyond. 

It is designed for: 

• Diabetes specialist nurses (DSNs) 
• Consultant diabetologists/endocrinologists 
• Diabetes specialist dietitians 
• Clinical psychologists working in diabetes
• Paediatric and adult diabetes teams 
• Pharmacists with a diabetes interest 
• Advanced nurse practitioners 
• Transition coordinators 
• Community diabetes teams

Over the past 4 years, the Ireland diabetes events have received a plethora of positive feedback. Past attendees have valued networking, expert speakers and unmissable learning: 

Our role at SBK Healthcare is to bring industry together with healthcare professionals so that you can educate and inform your audience. 2026's trail-blazing diabetes delivery forums offer dedicated presentation, Q&A, networking and discussion time. Each sponsor will be fully immersed into the event and able to effectively engage with your NHS audience.

By sponsoring this National Networking Forum, the focus on your organisation, product or service will be built seamlessly into the day. You will have a prime opportunity to cement yourself as a leading industry partner.

SBK Healthcare also provides in-house forums. Working closely with you as the client we can research, produce, market and deliver the face-to-face conference or online forum that best suits your audience and meets your goals.

If you would like more information on our sponsorship options an in-house forum or if you wish to discuss your needs and what solutions may be appropriate for your business, please contact:

Vanessa Jarman
Telephone: 01732 897788
Email: vanessa.jarman@sbk-healthcare.co.uk