Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, has announced the appointment of Mr. Michael Cawley, Ms. Lily Collison and Mr. Kenneth Mealy to the board of the Health Service Executive (HSE). The appointments come following Government approval.
The Minister said:
“I am pleased to welcome to Mr. Michael Cawley, Ms. Lily Collison, and Mr. Kenneth Mealy as they join the HSE board, assuming significant and demanding roles during this critical period.
“The board plays a crucial role in enhancing governance, oversight, and the overall performance of the HSE. Embedding a culture of productivity, the patient voice and driving improvements in performance are key priorities for Government. These appointments will ensure that the Board will be supported to implement reform and improve the delivery of health and social care services for patients.”
The appointment of the three new members brings the total membership of the board to eleven members. The new appointees will attend their first Board meeting in October.
Mr. Cawley is appointed under the ‘Financial Expertise’ provision, while Ms. Collison, who is a member of the Paediatric Spinal Taskforce set up by the Minister, is appointed under the ‘Patient Advocacy’ provision. Mr. Mealy is appointed under the provision requiring the candidate to have practiced as a member of a health profession.