ASPiH conference is one of the leading simulation events in Europe, attracting professionals, simulationists, commercial colleagues, and students across a wide range of health and social care fields.
This year's conference is taking place from the 25 - 27 November 2026 at the Harrogate Convention Centre. With the pre-conference workshops taking place on Wednesday the 25th,  and the main conference and exhibition taking place on the 26th and 27th. 
The ASPiH conference 2026 explores the theme Simulation: The Next Era - examining how simulation is evolving as a driver of education, system learning and healthcare transformation.
As complexity increases across health and social care, simulation must move beyond isolated training events to become a strategic tool for innovation, co-production, workforce development and system-level change. This theme invites delegates to explore how simulation can be intentionally designed, delivered and evaluated to generate meaningful impact at micro, meso and macro levels. 
By bringing together diverse perspectives across professions, sectors and disciplines, ASPiH 2026 will showcase emerging practice, rigorous scholarship and bold ideas shaping the future of simulation in the UK and internationally. Attending ASPiH 2026 offers access to internationally recognised speakers, cutting-edge sessions, hands-on workshops, valuable networking opportunities and the UK’s largest dedicated simulation exhibition.
Find out more about this year's event and how secure your place here.

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The Government has committed to a new consultation on Liberty Protection Safeguards in 2026, with the aim of improving protection and creating a simpler, more effective system. LPS were originally designed to replace DoLS, operate more closely alongside care planning, extend safeguards to 16 and 17-year-olds, and cover settings beyond hospitals and care homes. However, implementation has been delayed repeatedly, and DoLS remains the current legal framework.
This conference will focus on improving practice within the current Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards system, while preparing health and social care professionals for the anticipated Liberty Protection Safeguards consultation and future reform.
For further information and to book your place visit https://www.healthcareconferencesuk.co.uk/virtual-online-courses/liberty-protection-safeguards-mca or email [email protected]
hub members receive a 20% discount. Email [email protected] for discount code.
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