This page sets out the submission dates for board member appraisals under the NHS England board member appraisal framework. These dates are reviewed annually and will be updated on this page when they change.

Submission of appraisals

Chairs of NHS trusts and integrated care boards

Appraisals for chairs of NHS trusts and integrated care boards must be shared with NHS England by Tuesday 30 June 2026 via england.chairsappraisal@nhs.net to facilitate regional director sign-off.

Non-executive directors of NHS trusts

Appraisals for non-executive directors of NHS trusts must be shared with NHS England by Wednesday 30 September 2026 via england.chairsappraisal@nhs.net.

Sharing appraisal outcomes

Chairs of NHS foundation trusts are encouraged to share the outcomes of their appraisals to provide NHS England with an understanding of the wider support and development needed.

Appraisals for chief executives, executive directors and non-executive directors of integrated care boards and foundation trusts, and those for chief executives and executive directors of NHS trusts should be retained in line with organisational policies and do not need to be shared with NHS England.​​

Fit and proper person test (FPPT) annual return

Appraisal forms a key part of the annual fit and proper persons test process.

Integrated care boards, NHS trusts and foundation trusts should submit the FPPT submission reporting template to regional directors by Tuesday 30 June 2026.