Public Governor for Rest of Greater Manchester

I would really like your vote in this Election. You would be supporting someone who has six years of previous experience of being a Public Governor for this Trust and someone who had over forty years’ experience within health care, first as a physiotherapist and then as a physiotherapy educator. I am a strong advocate of the NHS, recognising the vital services they provide for our communities and as a governor would work to ensure that all current and future patients experience high quality care. Governors are the link between members of this Foundation Trust and the Board of Directors and communication on all levels is vital for effective working of such a large organisation. The public voice is vital, and I want to represent that voice for patients, their families and carers.  I want to ensure the Trust’s decision making and future plans uphold MFT values, their high standards of care and reflect the needs of both the public and the staff of this Trust. To bring this about and provide assurance for the users of MFT services, it would be my duty to question the Trust Management through the Council of Governors to ensure accountability and to engage in debate to help influence positive health outcomes and tackle the health inequalities that exist in Manchester. As a Governor I would take every opportunity given and there are many, to input the concerns of the public about how MFT is serving their needs.

Public Governor (Rest of England & Wales)

Elected:                                 September 2024 (1^st term)

Term of Office:                  3 Years – Ending at 2027 Annual Members’ Meeting