Healthwatch England CEO appointed to NHS England Board

News - 1 September 2025

Our Chief Executive, Louise Ansari, has been appointed by the Government as Non-Executive Director on the Board of NHS England.
Our Chief Executive, Louise Ansari, has been appointed by the Government as Non-Executive Director on the Board of NHS England.

The Board is responsible for holding NHS accountable and shaping the health service's strategy. 

Louise has stepped down from her current role on the NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board. 

Responding to the news, Louise Ansari said: 

"I look forward to playing my part by continuing to champion the voice of patients, hold the NHS accountable and drive action on some of the issues that matter most to the public."

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