On 21 November, NMBI hosted the inaugural Irish Interprofessional Healthcare Regulatory Symposium​. The event brought together Board​ members, CEOs and Directors from the five healthcare regulators – NMBI, CORU, the Dental Council, the Medical Council, the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland.  

We were delighted to be joined by Rachel Kenna, the Chief Nursing Officer and colleagues at the Department of Health. 

The symposium is a key professional event bringing together representatives from Ireland’s healthcare regulators to collaborate and reflect on the system-wide challenges and opportunities.  

Our President, Dr Louise Kavanagh McBride opened the event saying the “The symposium is designed for us, as Irish regulators, to reflect on the pressures, risks and challenges currently facing the regulatory sector, as well as allowing us to focus on the strengths and the opportunities available.” 

Lisa Manselli, Executive Consultant in Regulation, hosted a Fireside Chat with the CEOs who highlighted the key areas impacting the regulatory landscape in Ireland.   

Two breakout sessions took place with delegates discussing the challenges and opportunities for Irish healthcare regulators. 

The event was an important occasion to strengthen relationships across regulators and identity areas of collaboration. 

We would like to thank everyone who participated for their engagement and for sharing their views.