Commissioning Processes in Northern Ireland: Challenges & opportunities - Life Science Access Academy

Explore the challenges, decision-makers and opportunities shaping commissioning and market access in Northern Ireland

Masterclass Details:

Health and Life Sciences companies interested in successful market access in Northern Ireland need to understand the region’s unique commissioning environment and the complex processes and multiple challenges that shape healthcare decision-making.

In this insightful 60-minute masterclass, public affairs consultant Terry McErlane will explore the realities of commissioning in Northern Ireland and explain how Life Sciences companies can better navigate local healthcare structures, stakeholders and partnership opportunities.

Terry will discuss the key influences shaping commissioning decisions in the region – and why local engagement strategies are critical to successfully bringing innovation into clinical practice and demonstrating how new solutions can improve patient outcomes while delivering value for the healthcare system.

Join live to explore Northern Ireland’s commissioning process, its key players and the importance of local engagement.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Understand the commissioning environment and process in Northern Ireland
• Learn who actually makes commissioning decisions and what influences them
• Identify opportunities for Northern Ireland partnerships
• Identify key local stakeholder contacts
• Develop awareness of the changing commissioning landscape in Northern Ireland
• Understand the importance of using Northern Ireland data and references to assist communication strategies

LSAA reserves the right to restrict access to this webinar to LSAA members

Date and time

16th Nov 2026 13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)

Commissioning Processes in Northern Ireland: Challenges & opportunities

Speakers

Terry McErlane

Managing Director at Resolute Public Affairs

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