The 100 largest public sector organisations in England (2026 list)

#	Company	Industry	Headquarters	Employees	Founded
1	UK Civil Service gov.uk This company implements government policies, delivering essential public services in the UK	Government Administration	🇬🇧 London	238,504	n/a
2	NHS England england.nhs.uk This organization collaborates with NHS Improvement to enhance care delivery, transparency, and services for patients in England while prioritizing efficiency and accountability	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	59,120	2012
3	BBC bbc.co.uk Leading public service broadcaster, creates impartial, independent, distinctive, world-class programmes and content; informs, educates, entertains millions globally.	Broadcast Media Production and Distribution	🇬🇧 London	42,697	1922
4	British Army mod.uk The British Army offers opportunities for personal growth, adventure, training, and camaraderie, with a focus on making a difference and building lifelong bonds	Armed Forces	🇬🇧 Andover	34,120	n/a
5	Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)gov.uk The company is responsible for welfare, pensions, child maintenance, and benefits, aiming to reduce poverty, promote work, and ensure financial security for all	Government Administration	🇬🇧 London	33,465	1948
6	UK Ministry of Defence gov.uk The company works to protect the security and interests of the United Kingdom, providing necessary training, equipment, and support for the Armed Forces	Defense and Space Manufacturing	🇬🇧 London	30,901	n/a
7	Network Rail networkrail.co.uk Managing and modernising Britain's railway infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable transport for passengers and freight, supporting economic growth.	Rail Transportation	🇬🇧 Milton Keynes	28,033	n/a
8	Ministry of Justice UK gov.uk Government department responsible for justice system administration, legal affairs, courts, prisons, and public safety in the United Kingdom.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 London	20,603	2007
9	Metropolitan Police police.uk This organization polices London, handling law enforcement investigations, and also holds national responsibility for specialist units and counter-terrorism policing across the UK.	Law Enforcement	🇬🇧 Westminster	19,966	1829
10	Transport for London tfl.gov.uk London-based transportation company leading in providing diverse travel options, focusing on customer feedback, technology innovation, and large-scale investments for city-wide mobility improvements	Non-profit Organizations	🇬🇧 London	18,658	2000
11	Post Office Ltd postoffice.co.uk operates largest UK retail network with 11,500 branches and a major digital presence, focusing on customer service and innovation	Retail	🇬🇧 London	17,058	n/a
12	University of Leeds leeds.ac.uk A top research university in the UK with a focus on creating knowledge, educating students, and making a positive impact through research and innovation	Higher Education	🇬🇧 Leeds	14,683	1904
13	Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust uhliverpool.nhs.uk Provides general hospital, specialist, cancer, dental, and community healthcare services, including major trauma care for Cheshire and Merseyside.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Liverpool	13,000	2019
14	Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust guysandstthomas.nhs.uk Provides high-quality healthcare services, clinical excellence, research, and community care through multiple hospitals and partnerships in London.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	11,655	n/a
15	Barts Health NHS Trust bartshealth.nhs.uk Managing five London hospitals including specialist heart and cancer services while providing safe quality medical care for diverse and deprived local communities.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	10,093	2012
16	BBC News bbc.com Global provider of trusted, accurate, and impartial news through TV, radio, online, and social media with extensive journalist network.	Broadcast Media Production and Distribution	🇬🇧 London	9,410	1922
17	Birmingham City Council birmingham.gov.uk Local government providing services focused on economic growth, safety, health, inclusivity, and environmental sustainability for over one million residents.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Birmingham	8,580	n/a
18	Lancashire County Council lancashire.gov.uk Local government focused on fairness, community support, narrowing social gaps, and improving quality of life for all residents in Lancashire.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Preston	8,559	n/a
19	Kent County Council kent.gov.uk Local government managing public services, infrastructure, and community engagement across Kent, including coordination with district and parish councils.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Maidstone	7,375	n/a
20	Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust imperial.nhs.uk Delivers acute and specialist medical care, conducts biomedical research, and provides clinical education for healthcare professionals across five London hospital sites.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	7,248	1823
21	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust mft.nhs.uk A large UK acute Trust with nine hospitals providing comprehensive general to highly specialized services to 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Manchester	7,150	n/a
22	Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust leedsth.nhs.uk One of Europe's largest acute hospital trusts in Leeds, providing healthcare, specialist services, training, research, and pioneering treatments with 20,000 employees	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Leeds	6,812	1948
23	House of Commons parliament.uk This company supports and educates on the functions of elected MPs in representing the public, legislating, and scrutinizing the Government	Political Organizations	🇬🇧 London	6,657	1327
24	King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust kch.nhs.uk A large and busy Trust providing care to 1 million people, with a commitment to excellence and a global reach strategy in place	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	6,425	1913
25	BBC Studios bbcstudios.com BBC Studios is a leading content studio and channels & streaming business known for top-quality, award-winning shows and global distribution of British content	Broadcast Media Production and Distribution	🇬🇧 London	6,277	1995
26	Bank of England bankofengland.co.uk Maintains monetary and financial stability to promote the public good and benefit of the people in the United Kingdom.	Banking	🇬🇧 London	5,947	1694
27	National Highways nationalhighways.co.uk Government company managing, maintaining, and modernising motorways and main A roads to ensure smooth traffic flow nationwide.	Civil Engineering	🇬🇧 Birmingham	5,889	2015
28	NHS Professionals nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk Provision of flexible, cost-effective healthcare staff including nurses, doctors, and administrative professionals to support NHS trusts efficiently.	Staffing and Recruiting	🇬🇧 Hemel Hempstead	5,807	2004
29	Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust royalfree.nhs.uk A leading London NHS Trust providing high-quality healthcare across three hospitals, focusing on clinical excellence, research, and patient-centered care	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	5,782	1828
30	Financial Conduct Authority fca.org.uk Regulation and supervision of financial firms to ensure fair conduct, protect consumers, and maintain market integrity and stability.	Financial Services	🇬🇧 Stratford	5,760	2013
31	University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust uclh.nhs.uk Provides acute and specialist medical services across six London hospitals, focusing on patient care, education, and biomedical research.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	5,737	n/a
32	Manchester City Council manchester.gov.uk A dynamic city council in Manchester, UK, striving to become a world-class city by 2025 through community involvement and diverse services	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Manchester	5,556	n/a
33	University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust uhb.nhs.uk Operates large teaching hospitals, providing comprehensive medical care, specialist treatments, and trauma services for millions regionally and internationally, with a focus on staff development.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Birmingham	5,525	n/a
34	Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust ouh.nhs.uk A world-renowned NHS teaching trust with four hospitals in Oxford, providing clinical services, specialist care, medical education, training, and research	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Oxford	5,379	n/a
35	Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust cuh.nhs.uk A leading healthcare provider delivering general, specialist, women's, and maternity care, known for biomedical research, academic health science, and innovative healthcare solutions	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Cambridge	5,288	n/a
36	HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)gov.uk This organization oversees the administration of courts and tribunals in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, ensuring fair and efficient access to justice	Government Administration	🇬🇧 London	5,284	2011
37	St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust stgeorges.nhs.uk Large healthcare provider offering acute, specialist, community hospital care, and extensive community services including education and medical research.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Tooting	4,910	1733
38	EBRD ebrd.com The company focuses on building sustainable economies, supporting countries affected by war, promoting equality, and leveraging digital technology for positive change	Banking	🇬🇧 London	4,789	1991
39	Suffolk County Council suffolk.gov.uk Local government employer offering diverse careers focused on community impact, environmental responsibility, innovation, collaboration, and personal development.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Ipswich	4,613	1974
40	University Hospital Southampton NHS FT careers.uhs.nhs.uk Innovative healthcare provider specializing in a wide range of services, pioneering medical research, and prioritizing patient-centered care with a commitment to staff development	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Southampton	4,517	2011
41	Civil Aviation Authority caa.co.uk Regulation and oversight of aviation safety, consumer protection through ATOL, development of aviation technology and environmental standards.	Airlines and Aviation	🇬🇧 London	4,334	1972
42	Sellafield Ltd careers.sellafieldsite.co.uk A global leader in nuclear engineering, setting international standards in high-hazard reduction and pioneering nuclear power generation for electricity	Chemical Manufacturing	🇬🇧 Risley	4,333	1947
43	Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust sth.nhs.uk A leading NHS foundation trust in Sheffield providing comprehensive hospital and community services, specializing in cancer, spinal injuries, renal, and cardiothoracic care	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Sheffield	4,301	n/a
44	University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust uhleicester.nhs.uk A healthcare organization in Leicester focused on providing top-quality care to the community, earning trust and recognition as #TeamUHL	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Leicester	4,291	2000
45	Thames Valley District School Board tvdsb.ca A public school board serving a diverse region in Ontario, focused on progressive growth, student achievement, equity, and community partnerships	Primary and Secondary Education	🇬🇧 London	4,232	1998
46	North London NHS Foundation Trust northlondonmentalhealth.nhs.uk Providing community-based and inpatient mental health care services across North London boroughs, supporting local and wider populations.	Mental Health Care	🇬🇧 London	3,983	2024
47	Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust nuh.nhs.uk Large healthcare provider, offering specialist medical services in stroke, renal, neurosciences, cancer, and trauma. Also a leader in medical research and education.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Nottingham	3,965	1948
48	South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust slam.nhs.uk Provider of extensive mental health and substance misuse services, combining clinical care, research, and training in South London.	Mental Health Care	🇬🇧 Beckenham	3,947	1247
49	Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust gosh.nhs.uk National centre providing specialist healthcare for children with complex, rare, and congenital conditions, focusing on research and teaching partnerships.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	3,938	n/a
50	The University of Huddersfield hud.ac.uk Innovative university in Huddersfield offering high-quality education, research, and practical experience, with a focus on student success and achievement	Higher Education	🇬🇧 Huddersfield	3,907	1970
51	Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust cnwl.nhs.uk Integrated healthcare provider in Central and North West London, also serving Milton Keynes, Surrey, and beyond Offers diverse services for various health needs	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	3,898	n/a
52	Warwickshire County Council warwickshire.gov.uk Provides education, social care, cultural activities, fire services, trading standards, highways maintenance, and strategic planning for community welfare.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Warwick	3,798	n/a
53	Dorchester Collection dorchestercollection.com Collection of luxury hotels and residences known for unique character, cultural significance, and providing sophisticated, legendary guest experiences worldwide.	Hospitality	🇬🇧 London	3,763	2007
54	East London NHS Foundation Trust elft.nhs.uk Provider of mental health care, innovation, and improvement services in East London and beyond Earning awards and striving for excellence	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	3,749	2000
55	Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust careers.fhft.nhs.uk A leading healthcare provider serving a population of 900,000, offering exceptional hospital services, specialized treatments, outpatient clinics, and strong community connections	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Frimley	3,626	2014
56	Greater Manchester Police gmp.police.uk A large police force responsible for ensuring the safety of almost 3 million diverse residents in Greater Manchester, UK	Law Enforcement	🇬🇧 Manchester	3,623	1974
57	University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust uhcw.nhs.uk This company is one of the largest acute teaching hospitals in the UK, offering major advances in patient care, clinical teaching, and innovation	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Coventry	3,622	n/a
58	Leicestershire County Council leicestershire.gov.uk Providing social care, waste disposal, road maintenance, and supporting community development for over 650,000 residents daily.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Leicester	3,559	n/a
59	Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust mtw.nhs.uk A large acute hospital trust in the south east of England, providing general and specialist care to over 560,000 people	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Maidstone	3,543	n/a
60	Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust chelwest.nhs.uk A NHS Foundation Trust running two hospitals and community services, providing outstanding healthcare to a million people with innovative outreach programs	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	3,504	1993
61	UK Health Security Agency www.gov.uk The company is an executive agency responsible for planning, preventing, and responding to external health threats at national and global levels	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	3,430	2021
62	STFC ukri.org The company facilitates research in science and technology fields, operates cutting-edge facilities, and collaborates with international organizations for impactful societal advancements	Research Services	🇬🇧 Swindon	3,371	n/a
63	Bradford Council bradford.gov.uk Local government providing social care, education, housing, highways, planning, environmental protection, libraries, waste collection, and recreational facilities for residents.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Bradford	3,256	1974
64	London Borough of Lambeth beacons.ai Providing planning, social work, housing, and education services to a diverse community of over 300,000 residents and businesses.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 London	3,148	1965
65	Newcastle City Council new.newcastle.gov.uk Local government providing public services and governance for Newcastle upon Tyne, representing 78 councillors across 26 wards serving residents.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne	3,140	1974
66	NELFT NHS Foundation Trust nelft.nhs.uk Extensive integrated community and mental health services across London boroughs, Essex, Kent, and Medway for all age groups.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Ilford	3,135	n/a
67	University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust uhbw.nhs.uk A large NHS Trust in South West England providing a wide range of clinical services, committed to delivering excellent care and innovative research	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Bristol	3,121	n/a
68	Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust oxfordhealth.nhs.uk Provider of physical, mental health, and social care across multiple regions, with a focus on community-based services, research, and collaborations with universities	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Oxford	3,054	n/a
69	Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust nnuh.nhs.uk Large teaching hospital providing specialist medical services, training health professionals, conducting research, and serving over 800,000 patients regionally and beyond.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Norwich	2,987	n/a
70	Islington Council islington.gov.uk Local government focused on affordable housing, job investment, environmental health, youth development, and fostering safe, inclusive community connections.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 London	2,986	1963
71	Richmond and Wandsworth Councils jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk Deliver high-quality public services across two London boroughs, supporting communities through innovation, collaboration, and adapting to change.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 London	2,965	n/a
72	The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust royalmarsden.nhs.uk Cancer diagnosis, treatment, research, and education, operating two hospitals in London and Surrey, and partnering with The Institute of Cancer Research.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	2,930	1851
73	Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust merseywestlancs.nhs.uk Healthcare services provider with hospitals in Whiston, Southport, St Helens, Ormskirk, and Newton, in addition to community and primary care services	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Merseyside	2,925	n/a
74	London Fire Brigade london-fire.gov.uk Full-time firefighters and support staff protect people and property from fire across Greater London, operating 24/7 emergency response system.	Public Safety	🇬🇧 London	2,894	1866
75	East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust ekhuft.nhs.uk Leading hospital trust in England with five hospitals and community clinics, providing specialist services for a population of 759,000 Focused on high-quality care, research, and education	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Ashford	2,887	n/a
76	Medical Research Council ukri.org A publicly funded organization promoting world-class medical research to enhance human health across various institutions in the UK and Africa	Research Services	🇬🇧 Swindon	2,881	1913
77	Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust royaldevon.nhs.uk A healthcare organization offering top-quality care to a population of 615,000, with state-of-the-art equipment, support for professional development, and a nurturing, family-like work environment	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Exeter	2,865	n/a
78	Somerset NHS Foundation Trust somersetft.nhs.uk Provider of community, mental health, and acute hospital services in Somerset Awarded Mental Health Trust of the Year in 2021	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Taunton	2,864	n/a
79	Care Quality Commission cqc.org.uk Independent regulator ensuring safe, effective, compassionate, and high-quality health and adult social care services in England.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	2,847	n/a
80	Channel 4 channel4.com Free-to-air UK broadcaster offering multiple TV channels and streaming, commissioning independent content, focusing on young audiences and British film investment.	Broadcast Media Production and Distribution	🇬🇧 London	2,807	1982
81	Ealing Council (London Borough of Ealing)ealing.gov.uk A diverse London borough focused on generating jobs, improving lives, and addressing climate crisis and inequality through resident engagement and innovative services	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Ealing	2,807	n/a
82	London Ambulance Service NHS Trust londonambulance.nhs.uk This company is the busiest emergency ambulance service in the UK, providing free emergency and urgent healthcare in London	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	2,724	n/a
83	Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust merseycare.nhs.uk Specialist mental health, addiction, learning disability, and community health services provider in North West England, focusing on quality, recovery, and wellbeing	Wellness and Fitness Services	🇬🇧 Liverpool	2,712	2001
84	HM Land Registry gov.uk This UK government department registers land and property ownership in England and Wales, safeguarding assets worth over £8 trillion	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Croydon	2,709	1862
85	HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd hs2.org.uk Development and management of the UK’s largest rail infrastructure project focused on improving transport connectivity and economic growth in Northern England.	Truck Transportation	🇬🇧 Birmingham	2,692	2009
86	Portsmouth City Council portsmouth.gov.uk Providing local government services including news updates, event information, applications, payments, bookings, and reporting for community residents.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Portsmouth	2,681	1997
87	Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust royalberkshire.nhs.uk A leading NHS foundation trust in Berkshire providing high-quality acute medical, surgical, and outpatient services to half a million patients annually	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Reading	2,680	n/a
88	Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk Healthcare provider serving over 666,000 people across three boroughs, offering quality care, innovative services, and support for staff well-being and development	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 London	2,668	2013
89	West London NHS Trust westlondon.nhs.uk Provider of diverse mental health, physical health, and social care services in the UK, serving 800,000 residents with a staff of 4,000	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Southall	2,648	n/a
90	South Western Railway southwesternrailway.com A train company focused on improving customer experience through investments in new trains, station upgrades, and ticket options	Rail Transportation	🇬🇧 London	2,647	2017
91	Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust oxleas.nhs.uk A successful healthcare provider offering integrated mental health, learning disabilities, and community services in South East London, Kent, and other counties	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Dartford	2,638	1948
92	University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust uhsussex.nhs.uk A leading acute trust in the UK providing diverse clinical services to the population in Sussex area, with seven hospitals and a large workforce	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Worthing	2,621	2021
93	Health and Safety Executive hse.gov.uk Independent regulator focused on preventing death, injury, and illness in workplaces across Great Britain, ensuring safer working environments.	Government Administration	🇬🇧 Bootle	2,618	1974
94	Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust bhrhospitals.nhs.uk The company operates two main hospitals serving a population of 700,000, as well as clinics across outer north east London	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Romford	2,579	2007
95	University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust uhdb.nhs.uk A healthcare provider formed in 2018, merging five hospitals to deliver high-quality care to patients in southern Derbyshire and south east Staffordshire	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Derby	2,572	2018
96	Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk Providing community and mental health services supporting families, children, older adults, and promoting health through coordinated care and partnerships.	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Southampton	2,568	2011
97	Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust northerncarealliance.nhs.uk A dedicated team of 20,000 staff providing community and hospital services to over one million people, with a focus on saving and improving lives	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Salford	2,502	n/a
98	Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust sussexpartnership.nhs.uk Specialist provider of NHS mental health, learning disability, and care home services in southeast England, offering a forward-thinking work environment and beautiful living location Follow our socials	Mental Health Care	🇬🇧 Worthing	2,489	2006
99	Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV)tewv.nhs.uk A mental health and learning disability NHS Trust providing education, prevention, crisis care, and specialist services to improve mental health in the region	Mental Health Care	🇬🇧 Darlington	2,469	2006
100	Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital and Charity bwc.nhs.uk A global leader in women's and pediatric healthcare, specializing in advanced treatments, complex surgeries, and innovative research and development Visit website for more information	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇧 Birmingham	2,457	n/a

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