After being part of the ICS development journey from the start - having previously been Head of Strategic Development for the Northern CCG Forum – I was appointed Director of Policy, Public and Stakeholder Affairs at NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB in July 2022. In my role I lead on the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Partnership between the ICB and local authorities and wider partners, relations with MPs and elected members, stakeholder feedback (including complaints and FOIs), legal services and policy analysis and development.Looking forward to working with colleagues from across the NHS and the wider public and voluntary sector to drive forward improvements in population health and in service quality and sustainability.