NHS Trust seeks public governors (1)

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is looking for three new members to join its Council of Governors from the Wear Valley and Teesdale areas.

By putting your name forward you can really make a difference to your local NHS Trust as you represent the views of your community and you will work closely with the Board on how the Trust is managed.

Peter Dixon, Corporate Affairs Manager for County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust said: "This is a real opportunity to have a say in the way health services across County Durham and Darlington will be delivered in the coming years as well as holding the Board to account for its management of the Trust.  We're looking for governors to represent Wear Valley and Teesdale. You must live in the area you represent, be a Trust Member and over the age of 16.

"Governors will have strong working links with the Trust Board to ensure local communities and staff have a greater say in how services are developed and delivered. Our Council of Governors is made up of local people, staff members and representatives of local stakeholder organisations."

More information on the Council of Governors and the criteria to become one can be found on the Trust website - www.cddft.nhs.uk/about-the-trust/council-of-governors Applications to become a governor are to be completed online www.cesvotes.com/cdd23.

Please note you if wish to apply you must live in the following areas: DH15, DL12, DL13, DL14 and DL15

If you would like to speak with anyone for more information about becoming a governor, please contact the Trust foundation office via email cdda-tr.Foundation@nhs.net

The induction for new governors will take place on 30 January 2024 and full details will be provided to successful candidates.