The North London Forensic Collaborative (NLFC) welcomed clinicians, researchers, trainees and healthcare professionals from across the collaborative's partner organisations to its annual Research Conference on the 13th of July 2026 online.

Our Clinical Research Group covered a diverse range of topics, showcasing innovative research that is helping to improve patient care, clinical practice and staff wellbeing across forensic mental health services.

When temperatures rise, our physical and mental health can be affected. Understanding how hot weather can impact mental wellbeing, particularly for those living with a mental health condition, is important to help protect yourself. Periods of extreme heat may affect your mood, sleep, anxiety and simply put your overall wellbeing.

Dr Russell Razzaque, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Director for Relational Care and Director of Research and Development at North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT), has been appointed as the UK’s first Professor of Relational Psychiatry.

Colleagues from NELFT's Redbridge 0-19 and targeted children's services attended the Empowering Parents Together (EPT) Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Information Event in Ilford on 17 June.

Congratulations to the One Voice team for winning the Advancing Healthcare Award for Cancer Care. This achievement is a fantastic recognition of the team’s commitment to improving care and outcomes for people who have undergone laryngectomy surgery as they get used to life after surgery.

NELFT’s 24/7 mental health crisis assessment hub has been recognised at the recent Design in Mental Health Awards, receiving a highly commended award in the Service User Engagement category.

North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) has appointed Edwin Ndlovu MBE as its new substantive Chief Executive.