Update to conclusion of disciplinary investigation

Following the recent announcement relating to the conclusion of the independent investigation into conduct allegations against four senior members of staff, the Trust can confirm that the Deputy Director of Performance, Richard McCarthy, has been cleared of all allegations and his exclusion has been lifted.

The Director of Human Resources has resigned from her position, and the Chief Operating Officer retired in late July. Although they are no longer employed by the Trust, their cases will still be going to the next stage of the disciplinary process in accordance with Trust HR policies.

Therese Patten, who is Associate Director of Strategic Development and Partnership at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool, will join the Trust as Chief Operating Officer next month. She previously held senior positions at 5 Boroughs Partnership NHS Foundation Trust based in Warrington.

Iain McInnes, interim Chief Executive, said: “Therese has extensive regional, national and international experience as a senior manager in healthcare. She will be a major asset to the Trust and we look forward to welcoming her.”