Published on: 31 August 2021

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The Chairman of East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, Professor Eileen Fairhurst has today paid tribute to Kevin McGee as he leaves his post as Chief Executive of the Trust.

In a message sent to all employees of the Trust, Eileen said: “Kevin has been a significant source of support to myself, the Board and indeed all of us all over the last seven years.

“His legacy of compassionate leadership will stay with us. Kevin’s dedication and commitment to providing Safe, Personal and Effective care has been immeasurable, as has his passion to ensure a happy and healthy workforce. I know you will join me in wishing Kevin the best of luck for the future.”

Kevin McGee leaves ELHT today to take up his new role as Chief Executive of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Alongside his Chief Executive role, Kevin will also lead the Provider Collaborative Board which comes at an incredibly important time for the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System.