What factors influence service integration and delivery by integrated neighbourhood teams operating across local health, care, and voluntary sector organisations? A rapid synthesis of qualitative evidence from the UK

Hannah A Long, Peter Bower, Sonya Rafiq, Nicky Cullum, Healthier Futures Research Platform, The University of Manchester, Division of Population Health, Health Services Research , Primary Care, School of Health Sciences, The University of Manchester, Division of Nursing, Social Work, School of Health Sciences, The University of Manchester

Journal of Health Services Research & Policy

Published online on March 28, 2026

Abstract

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ObjectivesIntegrated neighbourhood teams (INTs) are central to health system reforms in England, aiming to deliver local, coordinated, and personalised care. Understanding the factors that influence their successful functioning is crucial for informing ...