Free legal seminar programme for NHS LPP members

New: free legal seminar programme for NHS LPP members We’re pleased to offer NHS LPP members free access to a wider programme of legal seminars delivered by our alliance partner, NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative (NOE CPC).

This programme complements our established quarterly Procurement Legal Surgeries with Hempsons, which will continue as usual and remain focused on NHS and public sector procurement law. The next Procurement Legal Surgery will take place on 16 September 10am - 12pm. Please hold this time in your calendar and further information, including an invitation to register will be available towards the end of August.  

The NOE CPC legal seminar programme offers additional value by covering a broader range of legal topics, delivered by a variety of legal providers. Topics extend beyond procurement and include areas such as employment law, GDPR and data protection, and wider commercial and governance issues. This enhanced offer reflects our ongoing commitment to working with alliance partners to add value for members and provide practical, relevant support across a wider legal landscape.

What this means for NHS LPP members:

• Access to a broader legal knowledge offer, at no cost
• Insight from multiple specialist legal providers, not just procurement-focused
• Support for a wider range of organisational challenges, beyond procurement activity

As registration for these sessions will be processed via NOE CPC, we would like to reiterate to NHS LPP members that NOE CPC will not store any information for marketing purposes. Your information will be shared for webinar logistical requirements and to and to inform future engagement exercises and how to improve the quality of the webinars. 

Please view the upcoming sessions below and register accordingly to book your place. Please ensure you hold the time in your diary and a calendar invitation including the live link will be sent a few days before the webinar is due to take place. The Seminar Programme is exclusively for NOE CPC and NHS LPP members. Information is correct at time of publishing and is subject to change.  

Hempsons Seminar: Concluding Your Procurement: Feedback, Standstill, Managing Challenges, and Contract Award under PA23
30 June 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, online via Microsoft Teams.

NHS LPP MEMBERS' REGISTER HERE

Please make a note of the date and time of the event in your calendar, delegates will be sent an invitation to the Teams meeting nearer to the time.

This NOE CPC webinar is provided in association with NHS LPP.

Delivered by Hempsons, this seminar provides practical legal guidance on the final stages of procurement under the Procurement Act 2023. Learn how to manage feedback, apply standstill periods, handle challenges, and award contracts with confidence and compliance.

The session led by Andrew Daly, Partner and Head of Procurement at Hempsons LLP.

If you have any queries relating to this seminar, please contact: events@noecpc.nhs.uk

 

JULY

Weightmans Legal Seminar - Disability as a Disciplinary Defence
8 July 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, online via Microsoft Teams.

NHS LPP MEMBERS' REGISTER HERE

Please make a note of the date and time of the event in your calendar, delegates will be sent an invitation to the Teams meeting nearer to the time.

This NOE CPC webinar is provided in association with NHS LPP.

This session will explore how disability can interact with disciplinary processes and the key considerations for employers when managing cases where conduct or performance issues may be affected by an underlying health condition. We will look at the legal framework under the Equality Act 2010, including when disability is engaged, how to assess the need for reasonable adjustments, and how disability may operate as a defence in disciplinary situations. The session will also provide practical guidance, case law insights, and strategies to help organisations navigate complex scenarios where capability, conduct and disability intersect.
The session is led by Emlyn Williams, Employment Partner Weightmans LLP

If you have any queries relating to this seminar, please contact: events@noecpc.nhs.uk

Mills & Reeve Seminar: Provider Selection Regime: Legal Considerations
16 July 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, online via Microsoft Teams.

NHS LPP MEMBERS' REGISTER HERE

Please make a note of the date and time of the event in your calendar, delegates will be sent an invitation to the Teams meeting nearer to the time.This NOE CPC webinar is provided in association with NHS LPP.

Delivered by Mills & Reeve LLP, this engaging session will guide NOE CPC and NHS LPP members through the legal aspects of the Provider Selection Regime. Gain clarity on the framework, understand key risks and responsibilities, and explore how to apply the regime confidently in practice.

If you have any queries relating to this seminar, please contact: events@noecpc.nhs.uk

 

SEPTEMBER

Hempsons Legal Seminar - Regulatory - CQC Update and Support on Preparing for Inspection
10 September 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, online via Microsoft Teams.

NHS LPP MEMBERS' REGISTER HERE

Please make a note of the date and time of the event in your calendar, delegates will be sent an invitation to the Teams meeting nearer to the time.

This NOE CPC webinar is provided in association with NHS LPP.

The session is led by Philipa Doyle, Partner & National Head of Advisory at Hempsons LLP.
Delivered by Hempsons, this seminar provides practical legal guidance on navigating the latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulatory requirements. Attendees will receive an update on changes to the CQC assessment framework, including evidence categories, quality statements, and inspection focus areas. The session will also provide practical support on preparing for inspection, demonstrating compliance, and managing common challenges highlighted in recent CQC activity.

If you have any queries relating to this seminar, please contact: events@noecpc.nhs.uk

 

OCTOBER

Mills & Reeve Legal Seminar - Preparing for Major Estate Development: Strategies and Best Practice
22 October 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, online via Microsoft Teams.

NHS LPP MEMBERS' REGISTER HERE

Please make a note of the date and time of the event in your calendar, delegates will be sent an invitation to the Teams meeting nearer to the time.

This NOE CPC webinar is provided in association with NHS LPP.

Major estate development projects require careful planning and collaboration to maximise value and minimise risk. This session will provide practical guidance on preparing surplus land for disposal, working effectively with public sector partners, and applying lessons learned from previous projects.
We’ll cover key topics including:

• Preparing surplus land for disposal – compliance, valuation, and strategic considerations
• One Public Estate – opportunities for collaboration and shared objectives across the public sector
• Lessons learned from previous projects – insights to avoid pitfalls and deliver successful outcomes.

Through real-world examples and expert advice, you’ll gain actionable strategies to strengthen governance and optimise estate development plans.

Audience: Estates Directors and Finance Directors
Session is led by: Jennifer Lewis, Partner, Mills & Reeve LLP

If you have any queries relating to this seminar, please contact: events@noecpc.nhs.uk