Every year, the trust holds elections to its council of governors.
Each of our governors play an important role in our organisation by influencing local health services on behalf of our patients and public by making immediate and long-term positive change.
Find out more about the work of our council of governors or becoming a governor.
To become a governor or vote for a governor you need to become a member of our trust.
2025 governor election key dates
- Wednesday 17 September 2025: Notice of Election/nominations open
- Wednesday 15 October 2025: Nominations deadline
- Thursday 16 October 2025: Summary of valid nominated candidates published
- Monday 20 October 2025: Final date for candidate withdrawal
- Monday 3 November 2025: Notice of Poll published
- Tuesday, 4 November 2025: Voting packs dispatched
- Monday 24 November 2025 : Close of election
- Tuesday 25 November 2025: Declaration of results