At the June Programme Board, we marked the end of the term of office of both our co-chairs, Petra Gwilliam and Julie Machan. Although Julie was sadly unable to attend her last Programme Board in person, both she and Petra were thanked for their outstanding contribution to the DClinPsy and all present wished them well in their future endeavours.

We are delighted to announce that the two individuals we have approached to take on the role of co-chairs have agreed to do so. From November Heather Atkin and Claire Iveson will co-chair the Programme Board. Heather is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in Physical Health and Palliative Care and Physical Health and Rehabilitation in Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Claire is a Mersey Care Consultant Clinical Psychologist. Clinical and strategic lead for zero suicide, safety planning and a member of partnership for patient protection. Both have been long-term supporters