Welcome to NHS North West

NHS North West is the Strategic Health Authority (SHA) for the whole of the North West area. That means we provide strategic leadership for the region’s healthcare and make sure the £12 billion annual investment in staff and services delivers the best possible care and support for the public and patients.

NHS North West has overall responsibility for the performance of 24 primary care trusts (PCTs), 31 acute trusts, eight mental health trusts and the North West Ambulance Service. Of the 31 acute trusts, 24 are foundation trusts and are regulated by Monitor.

NHS North West is one of 10 Strategic Health Authorities (SHAs) in England.

Find out more more about what we are doing to improve the health of local people and local health services.
Find out more about the structure at NHS North West; our staff, our directorates and how we are governed.

NHS North West headquarters

NHS North West is based at 3 Piccadilly Place, Manchester M1 3BN.

Our main phone number is 0845 050 0194 and calls are charged at local rates. Visit the contacts page for directions.