The North West Branch Annual Conference returns on 24 June 2026 at the Mercure Manchester Norton Grange Hotel, bringing together healthcare professionals, researchers and industry experts for a day of learning, collaboration, and innovation in infection prevention and control.
Throughout the day, delegates will have the opportunity to network with peers, share best practice, and engage with exhibitors showcasing the latest products, services and solutions supporting infection prevention.
Whether you are working in clinical practice, research or healthcare leadership, this conference offers a valuable opportunity to expand your knowledge, gain practical insights and connect with colleagues across the North West region.
Draft agenda
09:30-10:00 Registration and exhibition viewing
10:00-10:05 Welcome and housekeeping
10:05-10:45 Pneumonia – Martin Kiernan
10:45-11:25 Forensic technology to aid cleaning methods – Dr Sarah Fieldhouse, Associate Professor of Forensic Science, University of Staffordshire
11:25-11:55 Refreshments and exhibition viewing
11:55-12:35 Bringing nature indoors: an infection risk or a health opportunity – Sarah Jordan, Green Space for Health Project Manager, The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare
12:35-13:15 Air we go again: ventilation for safe environments – Lesley McKay
13:15-13:30 tbc
13:30-14:30 Lunch and exhibition viewing
14:30-14:35 Afternoon welcome
14:35-14:50 tbc
14:50-15:30 tbc – Gillian Damant, Regional Deputy Pharmacist and Regional Antimicrobial Stewardship Lead (North West), NHS England
15:30-16:10 tbc – Beverly Lamb, Specialist Health Protection Dental Nurse, Community Health Protection Team, Manchester City Council
16:10-16:30 Closing remarks