As a foundation trust, Homerton has greater freedom from the Department of Health to enable it to be more responsive to local healthcare needs and have greater accountability to the patients and public it serves. 

The principal purpose of the Trust remains to provide goods and services for the purposes of the health service in England, and has a duty to do this effectively, efficiently and economically.

All foundation trusts are regulated by Monitor, who ensures that trusts are working within their terms of authorisation. Further details about the independent regulator can be found on their website.

For aspirant foundation trusts

If your organisation is considering applying to become a foundation trust, we are happy to provide information and advice. Please email members@homerton.nhs.uk for details.

The Foundation Trust Network (FTN) represents all existing and many of the aspirant foundation trusts, supporting the development of these organisations as they grow to fulfil their new responsibilities.