Becoming a member

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is in the process of applying for foundation trust status. A foundation trust is a type of NHS organisation that offers patients, members of the public, staff and other stakeholders the opportunity to join the trust as members.

Why become a member?
Becoming a member of our Trust will give you a greater say in how the Trust is run, access to more information about the Trust, and will provide you with opportunities to have a greater input into our plans at an early stage. Membership is also an excellent way to show support for your local hospital.

Our members will be able to:
• Vote in elections for the Trust’s board of governors, or stand for election as a governor
• Take part in consultations on plans for future development of the Trust
• Attend key meetings and events
• Receive regular information about the Trust

The board of governors communicates the views of members to the Trust board, and also approves the appointment of key senior members of staff - the Trust’s chair, chief executive and non-executive directors.

Who will be able to become a member?
We are proposing that anyone living in England who is aged 16 years and over could become a member of our Trust. This would reflect our national role in healthcare and research.

How do I apply for membership?
If you are interested in becoming a member please complete our online membership application form . You can also call our foundation trust helpline on 020 3313 4002 and request a membership form be posted to you.

Please note that if you are currently a member of staff at our Trust, you do not need to fill out the membership form - our proposals state you will automatically become a member, although you can opt out if you wish to.