The South Thames Paediatric Network (STPN) was established in September 2018 following the national review of Paediatric Critical Care and Paediatric Surgery. The STPN is commissioned by and responsible to NHSE specialised commissioning. The Board has representation from each region (South London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex) and hosted by Guys & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. The STPN is formed of Operational Delivery Networks (ODNs) which aim to ensure that all children in the region have equal access to excellent care and that the workforce is supported to meet future demands.