Members of the public invited to become 'voice of Milton Keynes Hospital' as governors

The Council of Governor elections are being held in February and nominations to fulfil these vital roles need to be registered by Monday 18 January.

The MKUH public constituency areas up for election in February are Emerson Valley, Furzton, Loughton Park (two seats), and Linford South, Bradwell, Campbell Park, where there is one seat.

One seat apiece is also available in MK's outer catchment area and the extended area.

A hospital spokesman said: "As a governor, you will be one of the voices representing our members, which is particularly important during these extremely challenging times for our Trust and the NHS.

WYou will have the opportunity to help shape the future of our Trust as an exciting new expansion programme is developed, designed to look after our growing local population. In this role you can also seek and share the views of our members to help improve the experience our patients receive."

He added: "If this sounds like something you would like to do, the Trust encourages you to consider putting yourself forward for nominations."

For more information on governors, click here. Only members of our Trust can vote in elections and voting opens on February 2. To apply to become a member, click here.

External organisation UK Engage will be managing this election on the Trust’s behalf as Returning Officer.