NHS governor elections under way in Chester

Oct 22 2010 Chester Chronicle

LOCAL NHS governor elections are under way in Chester this week, with a closing date for nominations of November 2.

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP), who provide mental health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services, are looking for trust members to stand for election following the opening of a public seat in Cheshire West and Chester and a service user/carer seat.

CWP lead governor Anna Usherwood said: “The council of governors is responsible for representing members’ interests and provides a link between members and the trust’s board of directors.

“The trust is involved in some remarkable work and being a governor is a great way to be a part of this.

“All members are entitled to have a say in how the trust is run and those who want to make a real difference can stand for election as a governor.”

CWP chief executive, Sheena Cumiskey, said: “Our governors are a real asset to us in representing the views of local people. With lots of changes ahead for the NHS in the coming years, we encourage our members to use this opportunity to take an active interest in helping to shape the future of local mental health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.”

Only trust members may stand for election, members of the public interested in joining the Foundation Trust are encouraged to contact the Membership Department on 01244 397411, membership@cwp.nhs.uk or visit the website at www.cwp.nhs.uk – where a simple application form can be completed online.