WCHC Governor elections launch on Wednesday 8 October with the nomination period running till Thursday 23 October giving people the chance to put their name forward. We are looking for 6 new governors to work with us and help steer and influence the services we provide. It is an exciting time for our Trust, and we welcome and encourage public governors onboard to actively contribute to the shaping of our future as Wirral Community Health and Care (WCHC) and Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) become a single organisation.
Public Governors collaborate closely with the Trust’s Board of Directors, working to influence decision-making, improve patient services, and shape the future of healthcare in the local area.
Local resident Lynn Collins became an NHS governor seven years ago and in this vital role, she represents the interests of local residents, ensuring their voices are heard in the governance and development of healthcare services.
Sharing her experience, Lynn said:
To walk in as a governor, into the boardroom, hear about everything that’s going on, and have your say from the patients’ point of view is incredibly rewarding.
It’s about influencing and that’s the part I love. I come in and tell the Board what it’s like for the patients on the outside, whether they’re receiving fantastic care or if something isn’t quite working. It’s that influence, that opportunity to help shape things, that gives me a real buzz. Coming up with ideas and being part of a Trust I’m proud of is something special. And I definitely feel listened to.
If you’re interested about becoming a Public Governor please visit the dedicated page or chat to our friendly team at one of our engagement events:
- Age UK Café, Marine Lake Health and Wellbeing Centre on Wednesday 15 October, 9.00am – 1.00pm,
- Atrium, Victoria Central Health Centre, on Wednesday 15 October, 2.00pm – 4.00pm,
- Atrium, St Catherine’s Health Centre on Tuesday 21 October, 12noon – 2.00pm
