The North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) is delighted to celebrate the Macmillan Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Development Lead Pilot, which has been shortlisted for a 2026 HSJ Award.

As of 5 August 2026, all general practices across London are now able to participate in the HPV Self-Sampling for cervical screening (SelfScreen) pathway — a significant milestone in our ambition to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.

On 5 August, the NHS North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) attended the Havering Community Health and Wellness Event, joining a wide range of local organisations dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of residents.

The NHS North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) was delighted to attend the London Borough of Redbridge Disability Festival, where we had the opportunity to speak with more than 100 local residents about cancer awareness and early diagnosis.

On 30 July, the North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) was invited to host an information stall at the Health & Humanity event, held at Barking Learning Centre as part of its monthly community wellness programme

North East London Cancer Alliance is continuing to expand its work to increase uptake of the HPV vaccine, helping protect local people from a range of cancers and bringing the elimination of cervical cancer a step closer.

More than 700 people attended The Girls' Bathroom, a community event delivered by Touchy Feely in partnership with NHS North East London Cancer Alliance.