Board committees

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.

Attendance includes:

• Peter Conway (chair)
• Julius Christmas
• Stephen Waring
• Kim Lowe

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.

Attendance includes:

• Stephen Waring (chair)
• Sean Bone-Knell
• MaryAnn Ferreux
• Julie Hammond

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.

Attendance includes:

• Mickola Wilson (chair)
• Julius Christmas
• Peter Conway

For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.

The purpose of the People 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.

Attendance includes:

• Kim Lowe (chair)
• Peter Conway
• Pam Creaven

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.

Attendance includes:

• Sean Bone-Knell (chair)
• MaryAnn Ferreux
• Julie Hammond

For terms of reference, please contact the trust secretary.