Board committees
Below are the sub-committees of the main trust Board. You can view the Non executive directors that oversee the committees here
Audit is an essential element in the process of accountability for public money and makes an important contribution to the stewardship of public resources and the corporate governance of public services.
Every NHS Board has an audit committee. The independent audit committee is a means by which the Board ensures effective internal control arrangements are in place. In addition, the committee provides a form of independent check upon the executive arm of the Board.
Members include Tom Phillips (chair), Jackie Craissati (vice chair) and Catherine Walker.
For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.
The purpose of this is to provide the Board with assurance concerning all aspects of quality and safety relating to the provision of care and services in support of getting the best clinical outcomes and experience for patients.
Members include Jackie Craissati (chair), Rod Ashurst (vice chair) and Venu Branch.
For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.
The purpose of the committee is to provide the Board with assurance concerning all aspects of finance and resource relating to the provision of care and services in support of getting the best value for money and use of resources.
Members include Mark Bryant (chair), and Catherine Walker (vice chair).
For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.
The purpose of the committee is to provide the Board with assurance concerning all aspects of workforce and organisational development relating to the provision of care and services in support of getting the best clinical outcomes and experience for patients and staff.
Members include Rod Ashurst (chair) and Venu Branch (vice chair)
For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.
The purpose of the committee is to ensure that remuneration and terms of service for the chief executive, other executive directors and other senior employees are appropriate and commensurate with their roles and responsibilities and are comparable with similar positions within the NHS.
For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.
The purpose of the committee is to ensure there are systems, structures and processes in place to support the operation of and to ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended 2007) and other related legislation within inpatient and community settings.
Members include: Venu Branch (chair)
For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.
