North SPF Conference 2025
Speakers

Our annual North SPF Conference for HR professionals and trade union colleagues in the north of England was held on 4 March in Leeds.
This year's conference focused on supporting workforce health and wellbeing, as a key pillar of delivering the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan.
The varied agenda, featuring keynote speakers, experts in the field and world cafe sessions, explored the role of partnership working in health and wellbeing, thinking about new approaches and showcasing good practice from across the region.
It offered a valuable opportunity for colleagues across the North to connect, network and share insights and learning.
Conference chairs
The conference was co-chaired by:
- Charlie Carruth, Regional Organiser Yorkshire and Humberside, Unison
- Lesley Hodge, Deputy Chief People Officer, Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Highlights and summary
Read more about what was covered and discussed at the North SPF Conference 2025.