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Council of Governors’ Elections 2021/22
Our elections have now been completed and a new Council of Governors, who will represent our members and the constituencies they come from, has been chosen. Official appointments will commence on Monday 1 March 2021.
At GOSH, to become a Governor is to use your experience, whether it be as a patient, parent/career, or staff member, to uplift the hospital's future.
We want to hear your opinions, feedback, and advice. We want to move forward into the next year with a Council of Governors that continues to support our hospital's growth.
Most importantly, we want to reflect the voices of the people who benefit from GOSH and those who work within it.
Voting in the elections began Tuesday 18 January 2022 and ended on Tuesday 8 February. Please note that only confirmed members of the GOSH Membership can participate in voting.
What is the GOSH Governor Elections?
The elections are for a seat on our Council of Governors who ensure that the right questions are being asked. Our Governors act as the voice for GOSH membership members, conveying their opinions and feedback to the Trusts Non-Executive directors.
If you are a part of our GOSH Membership, you can take the next step to make an even greater difference by applying to become a Governor. Although nominations are currently closed, we hold elections for several seats annually so please check back regularly to see if seats in your constituency are up for election.
What are the key dates for the GOSH Governor Elections?
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Trust to send nomination material to election provider | 29 October 2021 |
| Notice of Election / nomination open | 09 November 2021 |
| Nominations deadline/Close | 07 December 2021 |
| Summary of valid nominated candidates published | 08 December 2021 |
| Final date for candidate withdrawal | 10 December 2021 |
| Electoral data to be provided by Trust | 13 December 2021 |
| Notice of Poll published | 10 January 2022 |
| Voting packs dispatched/Elections Open | 18 January 2022 |
| Close of election | 08 February 2022 |
| Declaration of results | 09 February 2022 |
See the available GOSH Governor positions/seats:
| Seat |
|---|
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Patients and Carers: Parent/Carer from London |
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Patients and Carers: Parent/Carer from London |
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Patients and Carers: Parent/Carer from the Home Counties |
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Patients from Rest of England and Wales |
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Patients from Home Counties |
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Patients from Home Counties |
| Patients from London |
| Patients from London |
| Public: London |
| Public: Home Counties |
| Staff |
| Staff |
What is it like to be a governor?
Wondering what the benefits are to becoming a Governor at Great Ormond Street Hospital? Here's what Margaret, one of our staff Governors, has to say.
Learn more about the GOSH Governor Elections from our team
Please contact the Stakeholder Engagement Manager directly if you have any questions or would like more information about the elections.
Explained: The role of a Governor
What does a GOSH Governor role entail?
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Council of Governors
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