Become a governor
Any member of the Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can nominate themselves for a governor vacancy in their constituency. We hold elections most years and, if you are appointed, you will hold office for 3 years.
It’s been an unprecedented time in the NHS, and the support we’ve received has been remarkable. Now is the time to make a difference and show your support for Gloucestershire Hospitals.
Public governors document 2021
If you have questions or queries about becoming a governor, contact us by emailing ghn-tr.governors@nhs.net or calling 0800 019 3303.
2021 Governor Elections
The COVID-19 pandemic has reminded us all of the importance of our NHS but now is your chance to do more than clap, and join our Trust and put your name forward to be a governor.
Applying to be a governor would put you in a vital position to support the Board of Directors in ensuring we move forward and deliver 'Best Care for Everyone'.
The governor role is open to all, with no prior experience needed, only a passion for improving the lives and health of Gloucestershire’s population.
We currently have the following governor vacancies available:
- Public: Cheltenham Borough Council Area (1 vacancy)
- Public: Cotswold District Council Area (1 vacancy)
- Public: Forest of Dean District Council Area (1 vacancy)
- Public: Tewkesbury District Council Area (1 vacancy)
Nominations for 2021 Governor Elections
The nomination form for the 2021 Governor Elections is now live until 9 August 2021.
Nominate today: www.cesvotes.com/GlosFT2021
To become a governor, you must already be a Foundation Trust member. Find out how to become a member.
Prospective Governor Evening
Prospective Governor Evening Q&A - Catch up here: https://fb.watch/v/S9lum3p3/
2020 Governor Election results
Public
Cotswold District Council area – Kate Atkinson and Anne Davies
Forest of Dean District Council area – Mary Waddington
Gloucester City Council area - Liz Berragan
Out of County area - Nicholas Price
Stroud District Council area - Debbie Cleaveley
Staff
Allied healthcare professionals – Fiona Marfleet
Medical and dental – Russell Peek
Nursing and midwifery - Sarah Mather
Other, non-clinical - Carolyne Claydon
Find out more about our public governors
Find out more about our staff governors
Join Gloucestershire Hospitals as a governor and contribute towards a better future for your NHS