Kingston Hospital Election to the Council of Governors

News - 11 September 2023

Nominations for this election are now open.
Governors Election

Elections for current vacancies on Kingston Hospital's Council of Governors are taking place this autumn. Read the notice of election.

Governors play a vital role in making sure that the hospital and its services are being run effectively and have direct influence on strategic decision-making.

If you are aged 16 years or over and a member of Kingston Hospital you can run for governor at Kingston Hospital.

There are 11 public governor vacancies open for election, representing:

  • Kingston – 3 vacancies
  • Richmond – 3 vacancies
  • Elmbridge – 1 vacancy
  • Rest of Surrey and Greater London – 1 vacancy
  • Wandsworth – 1 vacancy
  • Merton – 1 vacancy
  • Sutton – 1 vacancy

Nominations are open from Wednesday 6 September to Wednesday 4 October.

Find out more

Kingston Hospital are planning to host a virtual information event to assist with understanding the role of governor. If you are interested in joining, please email safiya.mohidin@nhs.net

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