Professor Jann Gardner, Chief Executive of NHS Lanarkshire, is delighted to announce that three of our existing executive directors will take on additional responsibilities with new Deputy Chief Executive portfolios.
Following a competitive appointment process, Finance Director Michael Breen, Human Resources Director Jacqui Jones and Colin Lauder, Director of Planning, Property and Performance, will take on extended portfolios (listed below) as Deputy Chief Executives (DCEs), in addition to their current roles. They will also deputise for Jann as required when they start in their DCE roles on 1 June.
- Michael Breen, Deputy Chief Executive – Finance, Performance and Risk
DCE Lead for Finance, Performance and Risk - Jacqui Jones, Deputy Chief Executive – Corporate, Culture and Objectives
DCE Lead for Corporate Services, HR, Communications, Board, Administration, Legal and Integrated Joint Board Link - Colin Lauder, Deputy Chief Executive – Strategy, Transformation and Reform
DCE Lead for Strategy, Transformation and Reform
Through their wealth of skills and expertise, they will support Jann and the wider organisation to drive forward at pace NHS Lanarkshire’s strategic reform, performance management and culture improvements.
Jann said: “I’m delighted that Colin, Jacqui and Michael will be on hand to support the swift implementation of our ambitious plans, which are vital to ensure NHS Lanarkshire continues to deliver for the people of Lanarkshire and is considered a great place to be by Team Lanarkshire – our remarkable and hard-working colleagues, whether on the frontline or in administrative and support services.
“I’m confident this transformational approach puts us in a strong position to continue to deliver our healthcare strategy and improve the health and wellbeing of the communities of Lanarkshire.
“I would also like to give my sincere thanks to Eddie Docherty, Executive Nurse Director, and Judith Park, Director of Planned Care, for their support during their time as DCEs.”
