David Burns has been appointed permanent Chief Executive of the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, following a career in public service spanning local government in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Mr Burns is currently Chief Executive of Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council. His start date with the Trust will be confirmed in due course.
He said the appointment came at a critical time for health and social care in Northern Ireland and that he was looking forward to working with the Trust’s leadership team to improve services through innovation and transformation.
The Trust’s Interim Chief Executive, Suzanne Pullins, said Mr Burns brought extensive leadership experience, a strong record of delivering results and a firm commitment to public service.
Ms Pullins said the Northern Trust’s staff were dedicated to patients, families and the wider community, adding that she was confident Mr Burns would value their expertise as he led the organisation through future opportunities and challenges.
Health Minister Robbie Butler also welcomed the appointment, describing Mr Burns as an experienced public-service leader with an impressive track record.
Mr Butler congratulated Mr Burns and said he looked forward to working with him in his new role.
