Relive the event highlights, keynote sessions and download the presentations from this year's event.
On 29-30 April, the seventh GS1 UK Healthcare Conference opened its doors at the QEII Centre, London.
350+ attendees and 30 supporters, sponsors and exhibitors joined the event across the two days, and more than 60 speakers took to the stage providing more than 10 hours' worth of exciting content.
Take a look at the event highlights, relive the plenary sessions and recap on the presentations below.
Day one keynotes and presentations
GS1 UK's Chair, Chris Tyas OBE, explores GS1 UK's ambitions for adoption as part of its three-year strategy and how GS1 standards support the delivery of safer, smarter, connected healthcare.
Health Service Journal's Editor, Alastair McLellan, explores the barriers to effective NHS reform and recovery and shares a unique perspective into the current healthcare landscape.
Led by Alastair McLellan, panellists Professor Ted Baker, Dr Henrietta Hughes OBE, and Dr Nnenna Osuji evaluate the role of GS1 standards in preventing Never Events.
Led by Simon Walsh, panellists Sharon Robson, Sara Ford and Fiona Hilton, explore the benefits of unique product identification to improve national product traceability.
MP and PPS to The Rt Hon Wes Streeting, Dr Zubir Ahmed, provides unique insights into the government’s 10-year health plan to build an NHS that is digitally enabled and fit for the future.
NHS England's Chief digital and information officer, Ming Tang, addresses the digital priorities for NHS England and the importance of standardised data amid the shift from analogue to digital.
Led by Professor Sir Terence Stephenson, panellists Dr Tim Ho, Andrew Raynes and Ming Tang highlight the importance of standardised data to deliver interoperable EPRs.
Led by Professor Sir Terence Stephenson, panellists Dr Kelsey Flott, Mr Andy Malyon, Tracey Francis and Professor Richard Greene evaluate why a unified approach is key to ensure consistency across nations.
Meet the Tourettes Action team - GS1 UK's charity partner. Dr Ed Palmer and Ione Georgakis share insights into life with Tourette Syndrome. Download the presentation slides.
Day one | Patient safety and interoperability stage
Day one | Product traceability and sustainability stage
Day one | Location identification and efficiency stage
Day two keynotes and presentations
DHSC's Medical technology and innovation director, David Lawson, explores the role of data at the core of the MedTech strategy, including the PIM and NETIS. Download the presentation slides.
MHRA's Chief digital and technology officer, Claire Harrison, shares the MHRA’s vision for data, digital technology and accelerating digital innovation across the NHS. Download the presentation slides.
CQC Chief executive, Sir Julian Hartley, delves into the evolving patient safety requirements in an ever-changing healthcare and digital landscape. Download the presentation slides.
Associate professor at UCL school of pharmacy, and academic chair of the Fight the Fakes Alliance, Oksana Pyzik, examines the real-world impact of fake medicines. Download the presentation slides.
Led by Oksana Pyzik, panellists Dr Alison Cave, Elizabeth Scanlon and Jo Goulding highlight how GS1 standards and serialisation secure the medicines supply chain to protect populations worldwide.
NHS England's Deputy director of equipping of the NHP, Nata Zaman, highlights the importance of GS1 standards adoption as part of the future NHS estate. Download the presentation slides.
Led by George Lawton, panellists Chaired by: Mr Stephen Bush, Lee Bond and Nata Zaman, explore how to futureproof systems, technologies and resources to drive safer, smarter, connected healthcare.
Chair of NHS Providers and GS1 UK President, Professor Sir Terence Stephenson, recaps on the learnings from across the two days drawing parallels with broader healthcare strategies.
GS1 UK Chair, Chris Tyas OBE, showcases highlights from the 2025 event and shares key messages, takeaways and updates to close the seventh GS1 UK Healthcare Conference.
Day two | Patient safety and interoperability stage
Day two | Product traceability and sustainability stage
Day two | Location identification and efficiency stage
Attendee and exhibitor feedback
Attendee
The GS1 conference 2025 was the best use of my professional time for several years.
Exhibitor
The event was very well organised, supported and communicated to our stand staff. I would highly recommend this conference to others.
Attendee
The event was fantastic and a great opportunity to learn how global standards are transforming healthcare and network!
Exhibitor
This year's Conference was a great opportunity to meet with passionate, like-minded people all working towards the same goal of improving patient safety and experience through technology underpinned by standards. There was a real buzz and enthusiasm which was great to be part of. It's great to be part of something that is UK wide and truly collaborative.
Attendee
The GS1 UK conference brought together thought leaders in digital transformation and patient safety. The sessions were highly relevant, showcasing real-world applications of Scan4Safety and interoperability in healthcare. There was a strong spirit of collaboration across NHS Trusts and suppliers. The agenda was rich with examples of innovation driving better outcomes. Overall, a well-organised and inspiring event.
Exhibitor
The GS1 Conference is a real opportunity to hear, see and immerse yourself in a world of potential. Potential opportunities, potential new connections and potential improvements for patients.