Will the Minister provide an explanation for the extension of the terms of office of both the Chair and Vice Chair of the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, including why there was no public consultation on these decisions?
There has been no extension or re-appointment to the Chair of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
The Vice Chair has recently been re-appointed for a further 12 months until 30 November 2017. I considered the re-appointment on the recommendation from the chair to re-appoint for a further 12 months and in line with the Commissioners for Public Appointment Code of Practice.
Under the Code of Practice there is no requirement for public consultation. Ministers may re-appoint or extend the terms of public appointees or statutory office holders.