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Key partners across the health sector are celebrating the 25th anniversary of the NHS LIFT programme this year - a public-private-partnership programme that has delivered quality neighbourhood health facilities across England for the last 25 years. This has been a vital programme that has delivered 350 quality neighbourhood health facilities since 2001. gbp group is delighted to join in the celebrations - with our roots deeply embedded in the LIFT programme, we also celebrate

Since the NHS Confederation’s 2020 ‘Health on the high street’ report, many have noted the benefits of integrating healthcare and retail. With an ageing population, an increase in people living in urban areas and a significant hit to the high street and many retail destinations post-pandemic, retail schemes seem to offer a clear solution to higher healthcare demand.

In our latest Partnerships in Action newsletter, we explore how Trusts could uncover savings hidden in their estate to assist Cost Improvement Planning. Read about our new NHS EFM CIP Diagnostics data tool, gbp's 25th anniversary, our estate planning work in Powys, Wales, and lots more.

Over the last few years, the NHS has been shifting decisively toward a model of integrated, preventative, community‑centred care. But in 2026, the policy direction, capital environment, and operational pressures have converged around a single truth: The estate is a critical, strategic enabler for care delivery.

As gbpartnerships (gbp) enters the new financial year and proudly marks its 25th anniversary, the organisation is pleased to announce several significant changes within its executive leadership team, effective 1 April.

We’re very pleased to announce that our Strategic Estates Partnership programme with North Central London ICS has been shortlisted for two categories at the 2026 HSJ Partnership Awards!

At the recent Healthcare Estates conference, we asked one simple question: What matters most when creating health centres that truly serve communities? The answers were clear – and inspiring. These priorities aren’t just theory; they’re already guiding our projects. Take a closer look at the results in our article and read further insights on the ingredients that will make the NHS Neighbourhood Rebuild programme a success.

In our final edition of 2025, our Partnerships in Action newsletter supports the neighbourhood health agenda by reinforcing the benefits of bringing healthcare services close to the community within high street/retail settings, and offers helpful tips on making a commercial deal with retail landlords. Also read about our business case work with a major ambulance service trust, and lots more.

We're launching our new Healthcare Planning Network - a collaborative community where those who shape the future of healthcare environments can connect, share, and grow together. Led by our gbp consult team, the aim is to make healthcare planning visible, valued, and vibrant! Who’s it for? Healthcare planners, strategists, designers, and anyone passionate about improving healthcare through smart, people-focused planning. Benefits of joining Make real, valuable connections wi

Your Trust will have already started its journey to net zero and will be trying to navigate the complexities of the sustainability...