Our Newly Elected Governors

We are delighted to announce the results of our Governor Elections. 

The voting for our Governor Elections for 12 Staff and Public Governors at the Trust were held in November and saw enthusiastic participation from colleagues, patients, and Trust Members.

Governors play a vital role in representing the interests of the community, ensuring that everybody’s voices are heard in the Trust's decision-making processes.

Newly Elected Public Governors:

• High Peak: Jonathan Davies*
• North East Derbyshire: Derrick Willmot and Helen Wetherall
• Bolsover: Sarah Lovell
• Chesterfield: Carol Warren*, Norman Shaw*, Frank Benison*, Christine Sanderson and Richard Cresswell

Newly Elected Staff Governors:

• AHPs, Pharmacists and Scientists: Suzanne Brice
• Medical and Dental: Paul Beckett 
• Royal Primary Care and the Community: Jo Page 

Mahmud Nawaz, Chair of the Trust, expressed his gratitude and excitement for the new Governors joining the team: "We are delighted to welcome our newly elected Governors. Their diverse backgrounds and commitment to our community will be invaluable as we continue to strive for excellence in patient care and Trust governance across our hospital, community services and Royal Primary Care. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the candidates who participated and to everyone who voted. Your involvement is crucial to our success and the continuous improvement of our services."

Dr Hal Spencer, Chief Executive, added: “By electing Governors who are committed to our community's wellbeing, we can enhance the quality of care, improve our services, and foster a stronger connection between the Trust and the people it serves. The successful conclusion of these elections marks a significant step towards achieving these goals and benefiting our communities.”

The newly elected Governors will play a crucial role in representing the interests of patients, colleagues, and the wider community. They will help guide the Trust's strategic direction and decision-making processes, ensuring that the voices of all stakeholders are heard.

The new Governors will undergo an induction process to familiarise themselves with their roles and responsibilities and will begin their term in the new year. 

We also recognise Governors who are leaving the Council of Governors on 31 December and thank them for their contributions and support over their terms. 

• Judith Reece - Nine years as a Public Governor for North East Derbyshire

• Ruth Ludford - Nine years as a Public Governor for Chesterfield 

• John Kay - Three years as a Public Governor for Chesterfield 

• Nick Wood - Three years as a Public Governor for North East Derbyshire 

• Lucy Jones - Three years as a Staff Governor for Medical and Dental  

• Dr Laurence O'Connor-Read - Three years as Staff Governor for Primary Care and Community.

Please note: The seat for Derbyshire Dales and North Amber Valley received no nominations, therefore one vacancy remains for this constituency. 

*Re-elected Governors.