From 1 April 2026 two new organisations are responsible for planning and overseeing local NHS services. If you live in Hertfordshire go to the Central East ICB website. If you live in west Essex go to the Essex ICB website. Find out more

IPC lead and link practitioner

The roles and responsibilities of the IPC lead or link practitioner is to act as the designated point of contact for IPC within their service or setting. They play a vital role in promoting safe practices, supporting outbreak response and embedding IPC principles into daily operations.