Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has appointed a new chair.
Martin Earwicker, currently chair of Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, will officially take up his role on January 1, 2025.
He has held several board-level roles, including chief executive of the Ministry of Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, chief executive of the Science Museum and vice chancellor of London South Bank University.
Alex Whitfield, Hampshire Hospitals’ chief executive, said: "I am delighted to welcome Martin as the new chair of Hampshire Hospitals.
"His exceptional leadership experience across diverse sectors, along with his understanding of health and social care, will be invaluable to our staff and the communities we serve."
Mr Earwicker said: "I’m really looking forward to joining Hampshire Hospitals at the start of 2025.
"Hampshire Hospitals is a brilliant organisation, and I understand the vital role it plays in providing essential services to local communities, as well as specialist care to patients from further afield."
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