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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.

The new community garden at Fareham Community Hospital, Hampshire officially opened on 22 April. The garden has been funded by a generous donation from the family of the Late Alderman Brian Bayford, and has come to life through collaboration between Community Health Partnerships (CHP), Friends of Fareham, Solent Estates Partnership LIFTCo, and members of the local community. What was a little‑used outdoor area has been reimagined as a lively and uplifting space, shaped throug

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.

A project at Brune Medical Centre, Gosport costing £875k, funded by Community Health Partnerships, to remodel underutilised space has reached financial close. This will allow the expansion of the Talking Therapies service delivered by Hampshire and Isle of Wight (HIOW) Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust relocate to a purpose-built space in a modern, accessible health centre within the heart of the Gosport community. It will provide a high-quality therapeutic environment for serv

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.

This Christmas, the gbp foundation has been pleased to donate to charities around the country as part of our 12 days of Christmas Giving initiative. Nominated by our staff, gbp foundation is arranging donations of £300 each to the chosen charities and causes. One of the nominated charities, Reverse Rett, was chosen as our main fundraising cause as part of our Staff Christmas event. We're pleased to say that, including a matched donation from gbp foundation, we've raised just

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