The Network is governed by a Board which is Chaired by Dr Radwa Bedair (ACHD Consultant Cardiologist).
The Board brings together representatives from across the Level 1, 2 and 3 centres, including clinicians, nurses, managers, patient and public voice, and commissioner representatives. This broad representation ensures that decisions reflect the priorities, expertise, and perspectives of our organisations involved in delivering services.
Patient-centred care is a fundamental principle of our governance. Representatives from our Patient and Public Voice (PPV) group attend every Board meeting, ensuring that the experiences, views, and priorities of patients and the public inform strategic discussions and decision-making.
Active participation from Board members is essential to maintaining the Network's strategic direction and driving continuous improvement. Members are expected to engage fully in Board meetings and wider Network activities, contribute their expertise, and work collaboratively to identify opportunities for innovation and service development. Through strong leadership, shared responsibility, and effective partnership working, the Board supports the delivery of high-quality, equitable care and improved outcomes across the patient pathway.
The Network Board meets quarterly, and is responsible for the oversight of the Network's annual work plan and ensuring the Network delivers its aims. The Network Board Terms of Reference were refreshed and approved in August 2023.
Our Network Board structure was reviewed and a new structure implemented from 2026. The sub-group of the Board: the Network Clinical Governance Group meets twice a year, with an annual mortality and morbidity review meeting.
Forthcoming Network Board and sub-group dates include:
- Wednesday 19th August 2026 (Network Board)
- Tuesday 24th November 2026 (Clinical Governance and Network Board)
- Thursday 25th February 2027 (M&M and Network Board)
- Tuesday 25th May 2027 (Clinical Governance and Network Board)
Board minutes from previous meetings
(older documents are available on request)