Innovations and Advances in NHS Diabetes Care

Innovations and Advances in NHS Diabetes Care
£49 + VAT 6 CPD Hours
Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury, 6 CPD Hours
Thu 9 Jul 2026 09:00-16:40

This annual Diabetes National Networking Forum is back for 2026 and is now in its 7th year. Refreshed to focus on innovations and advances in care, this educational forum will enable you stay ahead in your service. 

Across 6 CPD hours you’ll engage with expert-led presentations, interactive Q&A and real-world case discussions covering cutting-edge topics.

CPD learning

Whether you’re looking to advance your clinical skills, refine your service offer or collaborate with colleagues on improving outcomes, this forum is your chance to stay at the forefront of diabetes care.


Packed with examples of best practice, national updates and expert advice, plus benefit from:

  • Networking with peers from around the country
  • Interactive Q&A sessions that expanded learning and deepened insights
  • Expert presentations from leading diabetes specialists across the UK
  • Real-world case studies addressing complex challenges and overcoming common barriers
  • Staying ahead of advancements in technology to achieve the best patient care

Attend as a delegate

The agenda for this insightful one-day training course is currently being extensively researched and developed. If you would like to receive the full programme, once it is confirmed, please use the 'Reserve Place' button above. We will then send you the final agenda and speaker line-up.


Alternatively, if you are able to make a confirmed booking please use the 'Book Place' button above. The price to attend this educational forum is £49 + VAT for NHS and Public Sector professionals. 


We expect this dedicated day will be very popular. If you are planning on attending, we encourage you to book or reserve a place as soon as possible. If you have any questions about attendance please email sophie.richardson@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.


Attend as a speaker

If you would like to be a speaker at this forthcoming conference, we would love to hear from you! We are currently in the process of researching and engineering a programme to focus on all the most topical developments in diabetes management. If you would like to share your work, or the work of your service, please let us know.


Please email the Conference Producer, caitlin.boyce@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.


Invitation to sponsor

This interactive event is a great opportunity for providers of diabetes technology and treatments to support healthcare professionals. If you sponsor this forum, you will be a fundamental part of the agenda, moderating the discussions, presenting in the dedicated ‘industry partners showcase’ plus exhibiting and networking during the break times. To find out more about all the engagement and branding opportunities available in the full sponsorship package, please email Sarah Kemm or call Sarah on 01732 897788.


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"Good stands and I learnt from a personal as well as professional perspective"
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"Industry partnets were wery informative and helpful. Managed to swap details for better patient care "
- Inclusion Healthcare, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"Industry sessions meant I learnt about different technology that is coming or available"
- Heath Lane Surgery, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025

The agenda for this conference is currently being researched and developed. If you would like to be a programme adviser or would like to present at this important, educational day please email caitlin.boyce@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.


To be the first to receive the programme when it is completed, please book or reserve a place using the button above.


Pricing structure

Book your place to join us in London and benefit from key updates and valuable insights from leading experts from across the diabetes community.


  • £49 + VAT for one NHS or public sector place


SBK Healthcare is pleased to offer the special attendance fee of £49+VAT to all NHS professionals. If you are in a situation where you do not have the funding, but would like to attend, please do contact Sophie Richardson on 01732 897788.


Commercial companies are invited to sponsor this day please email Sarah Kemm for further details.

Venue details

Venue name: Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury

Address: Coram Street, Bloomsbury, London. WC1N 1HT

Tel: 0207 923 6684

Email: reservations@hibloomsbury.co.uk

Directions: Click here to plan your journey using Google Maps



The Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury is situated near Russell Square Tube station on the Piccadilly Line (100 metres) and is close to major transport hubs such as Kings Cross St Pancras station and Euston station, both of which are a 10 minute walk away and reachable in five minutes by bus or taxi. You can also drive to Heathrow Airport (LHR) in 40 minutes.


Limited car parking is available on-site, located underneath the hotel. Parking can be pre-booked at: https://www.yourparkingspace.co.uk/locations/show/4010381010

Please note that the hotel is located within the congestion charge area.

What happens next?

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.

Terms and Conditions

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.
 
Privacy notices
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Learning and networking

Over 80 diabetes professionals attended the Diabetes National Networking Forum in Leicester in 2025, this event was described as ’informative' and 'useful', but don’t take our word for it, hear what past attendees thought:

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"Really nice presentations from a variety of professional with lived/worked experience"
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"A positive and useful experience"
- Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"Very informative. I really enjoyed the discussions within the colleagues at my table"
- NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"Good updates. Nice to have group discussions to see what happens and procedures in other locations"
- Inclusion Healthcare, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"I thoroughly enjoyed it and met great new people and has been interesting sharing others’ experiences"
- University of Leeds, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"This is my first official event as a Nurse interested in diabetes. Such a great experience to connect and share ideas with other professionals"
- Ashton Care Home, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"Enjoyable. Lots of knowledgeable guest speakers"
- Heath Lane Surgery, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"Thankyou for the variety of the day and learning about various technologies"
- Westend Medical Practice, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025
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"Brilliant. Enjoyable and stimulating "
- Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Leicester 2025

Why sponsor?

Our role at SBK Healthcare is to bring industry together with healthcare professionals so that you can educate and inform your audience. These trail-blazing diabetes delivery forums offer dedicated presentations, 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.


Your own event, managed by us

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.

Reach out today

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:
Sarah Kemm
Contact: 01732 897788
Email: sarah.kemm@sbk-healthcare.co.uk


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‘Always a pleasure to attend an SBK event! Great staff, great organisation and always well attended by industry and HCPs’.
- Air Liquide, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Belfast
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'Brilliant event that gives clinicians and industry the opportunity to discuss current ‘hot topics’ together, collaboratively.'
- Menarini, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Birmingham
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'Given a great opportunity to reach out to people who we would not normally have access to.'
- Lilly, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Birmingham