Marina Bang

Oxfordshire

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

I have lived in Oxfordshire since 2013 and served as a volunteer Community First Responder with SCAS from July 2020 to January 2022. Born in South Africa, I was a local newspaper journalist before working on Hong Kong’s main English language newspaper for nine years. I lived in India for five years and now work as a consultant editor in the international aid sector.

Adrian Black

Oxfordshire

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

I have lived in Oxfordshire for over 25 years and have a long-standing commitment to community service within the county. I am the custodian for three public access defibrillators in my village, helping to ensure they remain available for local residents. I was also a founding director of a not-for-profit organisation that delivered Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions for young people across Oxfordshire.

I have over 30 years’ experience in senior leadership and board-level roles across technology-led organisations. I have served on boards and audit committees, with responsibilities for governance and financial oversight, and have an MBA from the University of Oxford.

I have been a volunteer Community First Responder for over 15 years, which has given me insight into the operational pressures faced by the SCAS.

Lynn Dove-Dixon

Hampshire

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

Having spent 40 years working in frontline and management roles within SCAS, I recently retired from the service. I believe my experience and knowledge can be used to improve service provision. I am passionate in my belief that an enhanced patient experience should be central to the service values and ethos. This should also be reflected in how all staff are treated and managed.

When an action or decision is made, we should be asking is this best for the patient and is it best for our staff? The leadership team are both responsible and accountable in making sure that these two questions are at the heart of decisions. This role will give me the opportunity to listen to the people of Hampshire and to the Trust staff.

David Drew

Hampshire

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

I was last on the Council of Governors during my time as a Trustee of the Hampshire and IoW Air Ambulance. My background is in engineering, having worked for British Aerospace. I have also worked for the BBC in studio engineering, as well as in a commercial role selling technical expertise around the world, including to the Middle East. I have served on both Test Valley Borough Council and Hampshire County Council. 

I have also been a governor at the Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust and worked with them for three years. Understanding the challenges faced by these hospitals has given me another insight into healthcare across our region. In addition, I’ve served for two years on the Hampshire and IoW Fire and Rescue Authority, which has a close working relationship with SCAS. 

I am well placed to ensure that all these services are as joined up as they can be – this is part of my personal commitment to serve the whole community.

Nathan Mounsey

Hampshire

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

My background is in the Military, where I have developed a strong commitment to service, teamwork, and supporting others in high-pressure environments. Alongside this, I serve as a Military Co-Responder, responding to emergency incidents in the community and providing immediate medical support before ambulance crews arrive.

This role has given me valuable insight into the realities of pre-hospital care and the important work carried out by our ambulance service every day.

I have developed a strong appreciation for the dedication and professionalism of ambulance staff and the challenges they face on the frontline. As a Governor, I am particularly interested in representing the communities of Hampshire, supporting staff wellbeing, and ensuring that patient care remains at the centre of everything the Trust does.

Janet Lamont

Hampshire

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

I have over 20 years’ experience working across various NHS services, and I currently work as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Urgent Care, specialising in frailty. My career has included frontline practice as a paramedic, alongside roles in clinical supervision, management, and education, with experience across urgent and community response, frailty services, and integrated care pathways.

I have lived in Hampshire for over five decades, which gives me both a personal and professional commitment to the quality and safety of local emergency care. I am committed to representing members, holding SCAS to account through constructive challenge and scrutiny, and supporting strategic decision‑making to ensure services continue to meet the needs of our communities now and in the future.

Sandra Treacher

Rest of England and Wales

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

I am an experienced and compassionate healthcare leader with more than two decades of service in the NHS and 17 years as a registered Paramedic. I have held several senior leadership roles, including Head of Clinical Operations for Hertfordshire and West Essex and previously Head of the Emergency Operations Centres for EEAST. In these roles, I’ve been responsible for large, complex services, while ensuring high-quality care for patients and strong support for staff.

I am passionate about building positive cultures, improving clinical outcomes, and empowering teams to achieve their best. I am committed to compassionate, values‑based leadership, and am currently completing an Executive MBA in Leadership, further strengthening my ability to shape strategy and deliver meaningful improvements across healthcare services.

I want to use my experience, energy, and passion for patient‑centred care to help shape the future of the organisation and ensure our communities receive the best possible service.

Jeremy Green

Community First Responder

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

I have lived in Buckinghamshire for over 35 years and have been a volunteer Community First Responder for 6 years. I have been an active volunteer in various roles for over 25 years.

I am passionate about the amazing work that CFR’s do in our communities and am proud to represent them on the Board of Governors.

Becca Brackwell-Slade

Partner Governor – Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 1st Term

My role is to represent the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and the wider air ambulance sector. I am from a non-clinical background and have a wealth of experience in executive leadership, operations, transformation and strategy.

Having started my career in the Army, I deployed on a number of operational tours of duty, before leaving to pursue a career in professional services. More recently, I have worked in executive leadership roles for technology companies in Hampshire, leading operations and strategic programmes. I am currently a director of a niche manufacturing company, whilst also serving as a Non-Executive Director to other organisations.

I have been on the Board of Trustees of HIOW Air Ambulance for 5 years and was elected as Chair in Feb 2025. I am delighted to become a Partner Governor and look forward to supporting the strong partnership between the Ambulance Service and the work of the Air Ambulance. 

Tony Jones

Berkshire

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 28.02.2027 – 1st Term

I have spent my working life in and around public services including the NHS. I was also a long-term elected councillor in Reading, where at various times led on Adult Social Care, Education and Housing Services, chaired the award-winning local bus company, as well as being Mayor on two occasions and was honoured to be made an Alderman.  Now retired from paid employment, I am keen to meet community groups across Berkshire in support of the improvement programme for the ambulance service. 

Mark Potts

Berkshire

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 28.02.2027 – 1st Term

I am a long-term resident of Berkshire, and my business background is within Information Technology space. I am very committed to volunteering and giving back to my local community, and I am a volunteer Community First Responder with SCAS. I am very keen to engage with residents of Berkshire to hear their thoughts and views of the Ambulance Service, and to attend local events within our community. 

Mike Appleyard

Buckinghamshire

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 28.02.2027 – 1st Term

I am pleased to be a part of a team looking to improve and maintain high standards of service. My business career started in IT before becoming manager for a group of factories spanning the globe.

My public career has been spent improving services and delivering improved outcomes through keen observation and questioning, creative thinking and learning from front line professionals and users of services. I have been a Bucks County Councillor over 32 years, and established the council’s Health Scrutiny committee, during which I developed a close relationship with all branches of the health economy.

I have been a Governor at Hospital and Mental Health Trusts over 10 years and was Chair of the Bucks CHC. As a member of the Audit Commission, I inspected a number of Local Authorities and moderated on many others, much like the CQC.

Paul Kelly

Buckinghamshire

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 28.02.2027 – 1st Term

I moved to Buckinghamshire in 2017 and has been an active part of the local community ever since.  I am a solicitor in the Civil Service with a wide-ranging legal practice across public and international law. Prior to this I worked for many years in NHS legal teams including running legal departments and representing NHS trusts in high-profile inquiries. I have provided legal advocacy on behalf of the NHS in numerous inquests, giving a robust defence of the actions of the Trust where appropriate and challenging organisation practices internally where change has been necessary to improve patient safety. 

I was also a frequent guest speaker on the leadership module of a BSc in Paramedic Science course and a speaker and panel member at medical conferences talking on the topics of medical law and its effect on patient safety.  I have co-authored articles in medical journals, which have helped effect change in medical practice and he has a proven track record of improving governance in NHS organisations. I have been a life-long advocate for the NHS and the good work it does, and recognise that constructive challenge is vital to continuously improve critical services and maintain high levels of care. 

Huw Pateman

Buckinghamshire

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 28.02.2027 – 1st Term

Ten years ago I became a co-responder with SCAS assisting frontline crews. During COVID I volunteered every day putting in eight-hour shifts to alleviate the pressures faced by SCAS. This gave me a valuable insight into the difficulties faced by frontline ambulance crews. Towards the end of that year, I was accepted as a full-time Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) and enjoyed working with some very talented people on the frontline. As a public governor I look forward to representing the community to the best of my ability. I now am able to serve the community in three different roles within SCAS: Co-responder; Bank ECA and governor. 

David Luckett MBE

Hampshire

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 28.02.2027 – 3rd Term

After a lifetime career in transport I am now retired and have more time to dedicate to SCAS and Rowans Hospice, where I volunteer as a driver. As a Governor I am keen to encourage Hampshire constituents to become members of SCAS and to represent their views, helping to shape the way SCAS delivers its services, whilst upholding its vision and excellence, and enabling the public to receive the care that is expected from SCAS.

I intend to hold the Non-Executive Directors to account for the Trust’s performance and look forward to attending future Board meetings in public.

Charles McGill MBE

Hampshire

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 28.02.2027 – 3rd Term

I have been operational member of Hampshire fire and rescue service for 52 years serving all over the county of Hampshire and had the honour of receiving an MBE from Her Majesty the Queen for services to the community and joint partnership working.

Over the years I have built up brilliant working relationships with other agencies such as the Police, Ambulance, Coastguard RNLI, and the Environment Agency. I have sat on Local Resilience Forums, have regular meetings with Hampshire police and SCAS, and I have also been involved with local, regional and national incidents.

I also feel that my 52 years operational service and working in the local community has set me in good stead to offer my real-life experiences and give something back to the community which I am very passionate about.

David Wesson

Oxfordshire

Term of office: 01.03.24 – 28.02.27 – 2nd Term

I obtained Nurse Qualification in December 1971 and after qualifying I served at various medical centres and military hospitals. I served in the Princess Mary’s Royal Air Force Nursing Service until 1996. I obtained a certificate in Safety Management and a NEBS Management Diploma. After leaving the RAF, I worked in a private nursing/care home as a Senior Nurse.

I was admitted into the order of St John Ambulance as a Serving Brother in 1996. I was a Nursing Officer and for a while a County Staff Officer in community care, and I trained as a volunteer community first responder with SCAS. I have been a School Governor, and member of a scrutiny panel for a housing association. I am now a Town Councillor and Chairman of the local branch of the Royal British Legion

Ian Sayer

Staff Governor – 999 Operations (North)

Term of office: 01.06.24 – 31.05.27 – 2nd Term

I have been working for the NHS for 25 years. I have worked in two roles, one a hospital job working as a Cardiac Physiologist, and for the past 12 years as a Paramedic. My ambulance career started with what was then known as Royal Berkshire Ambulance Service.

I am immensely proud to work for SCAS and we are lucky as an organisation to work with some incredible people and serve a population that shows fantastic appreciation and support for not only the ambulance service but the wider NHS. I really look forward to engaging further with the public in a non-clinical role and I am also excited to work with our board of directors.

I feel that being an active member of staff affords me with a unique understanding of the issues faced by an NHS Foundation Trust and I intend to use this knowledge whilst representing our members interests to hold the non-executive directors to account for the performance of the board.

Lloyd Day

Staff Governor – 999 Operations (South)

Term of office: 01.03.24 – 29.02.27 – 1st Term

I have worked for the Ambulance Service in Hampshire since 2001 in several roles including front line operations (Ambulance Technician, Paramedic, Specialist Paramedic), in the control room (Urgent Care Desk), as part of the management team (Clinical Team Educator, seconded Team Leader), and as a Union representative.

My role provides me with a diverse perspective on the challenges faced by the staff and the trust as a whole and this will help me in working towards resolutions. As a Staff Governor I wish to use my experience, knowledge and understanding of how the trust operates to help improve the experience for both staff and patients alike. I am passionate about delivering the very best care to my patients and more widely the public we serve.

Supporting our work force who interact with the public on a daily basis and improving working conditions is a vital part of the process in delivering the very best patient care. I actively try and engage with staff across Hampshire, listen to concerns and take feedback from them to Governor meetings where issues are discussed and responded too. Strong and innovative leadership that questions the status quo and pushes for positive change is required, and as Staff Governor I can help be part of the process of change and improvement required within SCAS.

Alan Weir

Staff Governor – Corporate Services

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 2nd Term

I represent the non-clinical SACS staff who provide the vital support to enable us to deliver our patient care services. I am also a paramedic and therefore, alongside my role as Urgent Care Business Manager I also continue to work clinically as a paramedic and as a staff responder.

I have over 25 years of experience in the ambulance and pre-hospital care environment, having started out as a clinician in the former Oxfordshire Ambulance NHS Trust before going on to fulfil a range of roles in operational, clinical and governance across the NHS and charity sectors. I am well placed to connect with a wide range of staff and stakeholders across the organisation, giving me both insight and contact points throughout the organization.

I represent the views and needs of the corporate staff to the trust board and wider stakeholders while supporting the work of the Council of Governors and the board. I chair the trust’s Membership and Engagement Committee and am an active member of the Governor’s Health Inequalities working group.

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Rachael Cook

Staff Governor – 999 EOC

Term of office: 01.03.24 – 29.02.27 – 2nd Term

I am a registered Nurse and prior to joining SCAS I worked in emergency care. I have worked at SCAS since 2009 and am currently Clinical Support Desk Manager in EOC North. In addition to looking after the CSD team I also have a wider role as part of the EOC leadership team particularly when it comes to clinical matters or staff health and wellbeing.

During my career I have experienced a number of changes in the way that healthcare is managed and delivered, and I am interested in how decisions are made in the trust.

I feel that the EOC’s are sometimes incorrectly viewed as closed and out of bounds places and I think the role of staff governor will enable me to become a useful link between the emergency operations centres and the wider organisation.

Chris Jenner

Patient Transport Services

Term of office: 01.03.2024 – 29.02.2027 – 1st Term

I have worked for SCAS Patient Transport Service (PTS) since September 2021, initially as an Ambulance Care Assistant (ACA) and now as a call taker. However, my relationship with SCAS goes back much further.  I was a Retained Firefighter for 32 years at Petersfield, which meant that I worked closely with SCAS crews. Furthermore, for 12 years I was a volunteer Community First Responder for SCAS.

In addition, I have run my own business for 34 years, and have been a local councillor for sixteen years, chairing committees and working parties, and was Mayor of Petersfield from 2000 to 2001 and from 2010 to 2011. I look forward to using my experience in SCAS and local government to support SCAS members and the wider community.  

Tariq Khan

Staff Governor – 111

Term of office: 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2029 – 2nd Term

I have been part of SCAS 111 service for 10 years, often involved in training and coaching staff which gives me a chance to hear staff views on various issues. Staff views are important in shaping the Trust and I am committed to actively engaging and listening to all members of staff and ensuring that their views and ideas are heard. As a governor I’ll amplify the voice of SCAS staff.

Councillor Barry Wood

Appointed governor

Term of office: 01.07.2022 – 31.04.2026 – 2nd Term

Councillor Barry Wood BSc ACMA has been a District or County Councillor for more than 20 years and is the current Leader of Cherwell District Council. He read Geography at the University of Salford where he was also President of the Union.

He is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

He is the current Chairman of the Strategic Delivery Board for Eco Bicester and the Arc Leaders’ Group. Barry is also a Non-Executive Director of OxLEP.

Barry was elected to serve as Lead Governor from 1 March 2021 for 2 years.

Councillor Graeme Hoskin

Appointed governor

Term of office: 01.03.2023 – 28.02.2026 – 2nd Term

Councillor Graeme Hoskin has been a member of Reading Borough Council since being elected in 2000. Over that time he has held a number of senior cabinet level positions including lead councillor for Adult Care and Health, lead councillor for Sport and Leisure and now lead councillor for Health, Wellbeing and Sport.

Throughout his time as a Reading councillor Graeme has been involved in health and care issues and has worked closely with the local NHS bodies. He has previously been a local authority appointed governor of the Royal Berkshire Hospital NHS Trust.

Graeme is passionate about health and care services working more effectively together to create personalised services at the heart of our communities.

Dr Anne Crampton

Appointed governor

Term of office: 01.04.2024 – 31.03.2027 – 3rd Term

I qualified from Sheffield University Medical school in 1985 and worked in hospitals in and around Sheffield until I moved to Berkshire to become a General Practitioner (GP). I was a Partner at a practice in Crowthorne, Berkshire for over twenty years until retiring in 2015. During my time as a GP, I set up and ran a GP out-of-hours service covering South East Berkshire based at Heatherwood Hospital in Ascot.

My husband and two children moved to Hampshire in 2001.

Seven years ago I became a District Councillor in Hart just as Health and Wellbeing Boards were being formed. I Chaired Hart’s Health and Wellbeing Board until 2017 and am currently a member of Hampshire Health and Wellbeing Board and I Chair the Districts forum. I began by being the District Council representative on the Fleet Community Hospital Friends Committee but am now a full Committee member.

I am a passionate supporter of the NHS but also recognise it faces many challenges. I am keen to see the service perform well, serve the community and develop its role for the future.