The significance of infection prevention has surged significantly. Safeguarding against infectious diseases and healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) is fundamental to effective medical care. A critical hurdle facing healthcare practitioners is the escalating issue of antibiotic resistance, driven by antibiotic misuse, overuse, and inadequate infection prevention and control. Swift intervention is imperative; otherwise, we risk entering a post-antibiotic era where routine infections and minor injuries regain their lethal potential.

In 2019, the UK Government published its 5-year action plan for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) from 2019 to 2024, supporting the 20-year vision for antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This ambitious plan emphasises urgent collaboration to combat the growing threat of resistance, focusing on infection prevention, real-time patient data, reduced antibiotic use, innovative payment models, and global alignment, all while championing a unified UK One-Health approach.

The Institute of Government & Public Policy has earned a reputation for delivering insightful and thought-provoking health and social care conferences. The National Infection Prevention Control Conference 2025 is an exciting, educational and practice-enhancing conference that brings together healthcare professionals, researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to explore the latest advancements, strategies, and innovations in infection prevention and control.

Join us to gain valuable insights from national overprescribing reviews and NHS England's AMR Programme incentives and delve into strategies for preventing and reducing HAIs within hospitals and other healthcare facilities. To avoid disappointment, register your attendance today!