The British & Irish Hypertension Society is the authoritative the voice in hypertension management and preventive health. Founded in 1981 by eight clinicians, our mission is to drive meaningful change by integrating cutting-edge research, clinical excellence, and impactful policy advocacy.

Our Strategic Approach:

Science – Advancing hypertension research through collaborations and mentorship, fostering innovation, setting standards and translating theory into practice.

Clinical Practice – Equipping healthcare professionals with high-quality education, clinical guidelines, models of care, and technological insights to enhance patient care and outcomes.

People – Empowering communities and individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles to make proactive blood pressure management a routine part of life.

Core Values:

• Excellence: Commitment to exceptional standards.
• Collaboration: Building meaningful partnerships.
• Innovation: Embracing technological advancements.
• Integrity: Ensuring transparency and evidence-based practices.
• Inclusivity: Promoting diverse participation and perspectives.
• Empowerment: Enabling informed, proactive health decisions.

At BIHS, we believe that prevention truly is power. Together, let’s shape a healthier future.

Our Governance: 

The Executive Committee serves a dual function, acting as both the elected Board of Trustees and the executive leadership team, ensuring continuity, strategic oversight, and operational delivery.

The Society also has four standing committees and two special interest groups

• Guidelines and Information Standing Committee
• Blood Pressure Measurement Standing Committee
• Educational Programmes Standing Committee
• Collaborative Research Standing Committee
• Nurses and Allied Health Professionals Special Interest Group
• Early Career Researcher Special Interest Group