We have made the decision to indefinitely postpone the 2026 GP educators conference due to the integration of NHS England into the DHSC.

We have arranged an interim alternative and are delighted to introduce a new virtual learning series for GP educators across the School of Primary Care NENC named 'Lunchtime Learn and Link series'.

We have had a few requests around the recording of the lunchtime learn and link sessions and/or whether we will be running repeats of these sessions. It is important to stress that these sessions are not there to replace the educators' conference like-for-like. So, unfortunately, we cannot offer the choice of access; range of topics; or even the type of engagement and support that the conference was designed to offer.

These sessions, therefore, constitute a very different offering: they are all run by in-house speakers on the days when the training programmes are all at work (such as Wednesdays).

We recognise that this arrangement will not suit everyone and we are very sorry for that.

Due to limited capacity, we cannot offer a repeat or multiple options. We are looking into the possibility of recording and sharing a link - and the logistics of doing that along with IT restrictions/governance are something we are just trying to work through with our very small admin team, and we cannot confirm that we will be able to do so yet. If we can, we will notify trainers.

What is it?

Lunchtime Learn and Link is a short, engaging online session designed specifically for GP educators. Each session offers bite-sized learning alongside protected space to connect with colleagues across the whole School of Primary Care.

Why join?

- bite-sized educational updates – practical and relevant

- link up across the region – meet and learn with fellow educators

- share ideas and challenges – learn from real experiences

- whole–school connection – opportunities to collaborate beyond local patches

Who is it for?

Open to all GP educators across North East and North Cumbria.

How does it work?

- every 2 months

- online lunchtime sessions

- short, focused and interactive

- delivered by our in‑house educational faculty

Topics

- wide-ranging and educator‑focused

- advertised in advance

- shaped around current priorities, challenges and good practice

Key message

Learn something new. Make useful connections. Share what matters.

How to join

Please find the timetable below. To join, click on the MS Teams link on the date/time stated in the timetable. Please note that you have to pre-register for the session in July: