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30 Years On: Shaping the Future of PICU

Join us to celebrate 30 year’s of NAPICU for our 2026 Annual Conference!

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Registration opening soon

Get the best rates by register early. NAPICU early bird rates close on 30th June 2026. 

Pre-Conference Training

This year NAPICU will be hosting 2 seperate Pre-Conference Training events on different topics. Make sure to register early to get into your Training of choice!

Abstract Submissions

Get involved with the conference by submitting your abstract for either a Speaker Presentation or Poster Presentation.

Staff Recognition Awards 2026

The return of the Staff Recognition Award 2026. Vote for a member of your team to be recognised for their hard work & dedication. 

Conference Programme

From Keynote speakers to breakout sessions, our conference has it all. View our fantastic 2026 line-up!

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Why Our Delegates Come Back Every Year...

Our annual conference brings together leading professionals, innovators, and partners for three impactful days of learning, collaboration, and professional development.

Our happy delegates

Bringing Together Professionals From Across the PICU Community

Each year, delegates come together to share ideas, present research, and strengthen professional networks. Hear directly from those who’ve experienced the impact of the NAPICU Conference.

Becky Howells

Sheffield health and social care NHS Trust

5/5

“As always it was incredibly well run, thought provoking, relevant and highly useful. I always come away feeling inspired and part of a national PICU community. It makes me feel proud of the work we all do and also lots of ideas re changes/improvements.”

Emma Solomon

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

5/5

“It is a fantastic opportunity for learning, sharing, meeting and networking with other inspiring people. Great moments for personal and professional learning and development, benchmarking strengths and areas for improvement in our own department areas, alongside a chance to let go and have fun with newfound friends and colleagues.”

George Lakatos

St Andrew's Healthcare

5/5

“First time attending, really enjoyed myself and thought the whole event was exceptionally well ran. Interesting speakers that were engaged and passionate. All posters and presentations also clearly had a lot of work put into them, so well done to all.”

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