Medics Academy

We are pleased to announce that this networking reception will now take place on 18th September 2026. The original date in May could not go ahead due to the State Opening of Parliament, which required all external events at the House of Lords to be cancelled. We are therefore delighted to be able to reschedule and still bring the community together for this special occasion as part of the HLA 10-year celebrations.

You are invited to join us at The House of Lords for a networking event taking place on:

• Date: 18th September 2026

• Time: 15:30 – 17:00 GMT

• Event: Drinks reception

• Venue: The Terrace, House of Lords, Palace of Westminster, UK Parliament, London, SW1A 0AA. 

• Attire: Lounge or Business Attire

This event offers a chance to meet past, present and future healthcare leaders, engage in thought-provoking discussions about the future of healthcare and healthcare leadership, and explore innovative solutions for the challenges facing the industry. As a healthcare professional committed to shaping the future of healthcare, your insights and experiences are invaluable to this dialogue.

Our agenda includes keynote speeches from notable experts. Connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders in an inspiring and historic setting, perfect for networking, fostering collaboration and professional growth.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to contribute to the future of healthcare and healthcare leadership. Your voice is essential in driving forward the advancements and changes needed in our industry. 

Registration Details

To attend, please complete the registration process via the form titled "Register for the House of Lords Event" on this portal.

Important Notes:

• Additional Forms: After registering, you will need to fill out several forms to finalise your participation. Please keep an eye on your emails for these.

• Printed Invitation: Attendance requires a printed invitation. We will send this to you via email. Ensure you print it and bring it to the event.

• Identity Verification: Your invitation must match the name on your passport or identity document. These will be required at the entrance for security purposes. Please use the exact name from your ID or passport when filling out the forms.

Don't miss this extraordinary event dedicated to driving advancements in healthcare leadership. We look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring gathering.

Meet Our Host

Andrea Johnson

As a member of the senior management team within the Healthcare Leadership Academy, Andrea plays a key role in developing future healthcare leaders, as a cohort director,  through mentorship, and as an advocate for compassionate, inclusive leadership across the sector. Her work with the HLA reflects her commitment to nurturing emerging talent and shaping the future culture of healthcare.

Alongside this, Andrea is a recognised leader in healthcare innovation and social impact. As co-founder and CEO of the dental charity Den‑Tech, she champions equitable access to oral healthcare and builds collaborative solutions to support underserved communities.

Within the NHS, Andrea is known for driving quality improvement, empowering staff, and fostering transparent, wellbeing‑led leadership cultures. Her insight is regularly sought by national advisory groups, where she contributes to the development of professional standards, workforce policy, and the future direction of dental and healthcare practice.

Andrea’s contributions have been recognised through multiple national awards and repeated inclusion in leading sector rankings. Beyond her professional work, she brings her curiosity and determination to ultra‑distance events, adventure travel, and time outdoors with her dogs.

Meet Our Sponsor

Baroness Finlay of Llandaff

Professor Ilora Baroness Finlay of Llandaff is an independent Crossbench Peer in the House of Lords, and a Deputy Speaker.   She was a member of the House of Lords Special Inquiry Committee on the Integration of Primary and Community Care.

She has pushed legislation on many health issues, securing the Chief Coroner, banning smoking in public places, ensuring that the Health and Care Act now includes palliative care as a core NHS service and that high-street cosmetic procedures become regulated.  She was a Member of the House of Lords Select Committee on the Assisted Dying Bill and chaired the Select Committee of Science and Technology inquiry into Allergy. She has co-chaired several All-Party Parliamentary Groups and been actively involved in the On Line Safety Act, support to victims of crime and compensation for victims of contaminated blood. Read More >>