Andrew Duguid, Chairman of the Alliance

I’m excited about what I believe our new organisation can achieve as an increasingly independent body within the NHS. We have the people, the skills and the experience to create the very best community service in London, and that should be our aim. That should mean we provide an opportunity to every member of staff to enjoy playing your part in providing excellent care, and developing your own potential.

I look forward to working with you all.

A little background: my wife and I have lived in West London since our student days. I was at the London School of Economics, Janet became a special needs teacher at a local school. Our three grown-up children and two grandsons live here too. We have a strong interest in all kinds of local healthcare for our family and neighbours, and for all parts of the wider community.

I have been a non-executive director of NHS Hammersmith & Fulham for over three years and look forward to another four. Before that I have worked in both the public and private sectors in a variety of roles – policy-making, strategy, marketing and administration. I hope that what I’ve learned can be put to good use in serving our organisation.

Andrew



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