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Stay up to date with the latest developments in infection prevention and control. From IPS updates to industry news, this section keeps you informed about what’s happening across the sector.
Membership & Opportunities
Healthcare professionals are invited to share projects that have improved vascular access services or patient care at the IPS IV Forum Conference 2026.
We’re pleased to announce the three candidates standing for election as our next Vice President.
If elected Vice President, Amy hopes to build an even more inclusive and connected IPS community that empowers members at every stage of their career.
As a candidate for Vice President, Joanne's vision is to help more IPC professionals benefit from the education, opportunities and support that IPS offers, wherever they work.
If elected, Rachael hopes to ensure all areas of healthcare, including smaller and specialist services, are represented, supported and included in the future of IPS.
Awards
Find out more about this year's IPS Impact Awards and what makes them different with this special Clinical Conversation.
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Your feedback is helping shape IPS priorities for the year ahead.
Our refreshed IPS Impact Awards 2026 are now open for nominations and applications across six award categories.
IPS Announcements
Applications are now open for the IPS 2026/27 Research and Quality Improvement Project (QIP) Grants.
We’re pleased to welcome Fiona Tordoff as the new Chief Executive of the Infection Prevention Society.
We are saddened to share that Kath Banfield, a valued member of the Infection Prevention Society, has passed away.
Over 50 healthcare professionals attended the DRIPP “Moving Forwards” workshop, sharing learning on IPC, sustainability and clinical practice.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Pat Chislett, a valued contributor to ICNA and IPS.
The Journal of Infection Prevention has a new editorial team, led by Professor Jean-Yves Maillard
On 28–29 September 2026 at the Royal Armouries, Leeds, IP2026 brings together experts and practitioners to explore the latest in infection prevention and control.
The IPS has released a draft dental audit tool and invites feedback to ensure it reflects current decontamination best practice.
We've launched our first Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, putting inclusion at the heart of everything we do.
The Infection Prevention Society (IPS) has announced that its Chief Executive, Dr Alex Rhys OBE, will be leaving the organisation at the end of February to take up a new role as Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation for Science and Technology.
Tribute paid to Janet M Roberts, Chair of the Infection Control Nurses Association 1991-1994, following her passing on the 29 December 2025.
Our Chief Executive, Dr Alex Rhys, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours 2026, recognising his services to healthcare and the LGBTQ+ community.
