The 2026 National Clinical Impact Awards round opened for applications on 1 April 2026 and closes at 5pm on 20 May 2026. Guidance for the 2026 National Clinical Impact Awards has been published: Applying for a national Clinical Impact Award in 2026 – GOV.UK
To help applicants prepare ACCIA has prepared a poster, an applicant information sheet and a ‘myth-busting’ infographic. Applicants should note that there are no substantive changes to the application process compared to 2025.