Following the NHS Southern constituency by-election this April, four new public governors have joined the Council of Governors. Maureen, Jacqueline, Matthew, and Elizabeth began their terms on 10 April, and the trust looks forward to working with them.
Following the NHS Southern constituency by-election to the Council of Governors held this April, they’re delighted to welcome four new public governors.
Thank you to all the candidates who stood in the by-election, and welcome to the new governors Maureen, Jacqueline, Matthew and Elizabeth, who will all be doing their best to represent the members in the Southern constituency and their interests.
The new governors commenced their terms of office on 10 April and the trust are looking forward to working with Maureen, Jacqueline, Matthew and Elizabeth. More information about them is available on our website.
The results of the election were:
Public – Southern constituency
(Exeter, Teignbridge, Torbay, South Hams, and Plymouth)
- Maureen Cable elected for a term of 3 years
- Jacqueline Mann elected for a term of 3 years
- Matthew Tanner elected for a term of 2 years
- Elizabeth Witt elected for a term of 2 years
The full report of voting can be viewed on the Trust website here.
Find out more about the Council of Governors here.
If you are interested in becoming a governor in future, get in touch with us at rduh.royaldevonmembers@nhs.net or call 01392 403977.

Exeter GPs expand neighbourhood health services
Still time to have your say on Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding
Plans set out for new Exeter to Cranbrook walking and cycling route
Step forward for Devon’s newest town’s £29m shopping list
Plea to protect Devon’s ‘lifeline’ libraries
Smelly Exeter car park makeover postponed
Your views wanted on nature in Exeter and how we can all support it
Friction erupts as major development plan for Devon district rumbles on
