Giving a voice to independent healthcare
IHPN is the only membership network for independent healthcare providers across the UK, and we deliver a wide range of services and support to our members.
IHPN plays a leading role by bringing all types of independent healthcare providers together, supporting them to deliver great care to patients, and enabling them to make a positive contribution to UK healthcare. Our vision is a thriving independent healthcare sector delivering great care to NHS and private patients.
Sector quality and safety at new high says report
New research shows that more independent hospitals are rated as “good” or “outstanding” than ever before, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic and the subsequent period of health system recovery.
IHPN wins ‘Media Campaign of the Year’ at Trade Association Forum Awards
IHPN won ‘Media Campaign of the Year’ for work on the organisation’s groundbreaking ‘Going Private’ research into people’s views, opinions, and usage of private healthcare.
Times Commission report welcomed
We’ve welcomed the publication today of The Times Health Commission’s final report.
New research published – Going Private
IHPN has released a major new report on people’s perceptions of private healthcare, Going Private 2023.
IHPN Industry Barometer: State of the Sector 2023
Today we released our fourth annual IHPN Industry Barometer: State of the Sector report.
IHPN welcomes Victoria Atkins as incoming Secretary of State for Health and Social Care
The Independent Healthcare Providers Network (IHPN) has extended a warm welcome to Victoria Atkins on her appointment as the new Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, succeeding Steve Barclay.
IHPN responds to CQC State of Care report
Responding to the CQC’s State of Care report, David Hare, chief executive of IHPN, said: “We are encouraged that a relentless focus across the independent sector on improving quality and safety continues to show positive results.