A FORMER chief executive of Powys Teaching Health Board has been appointed interim chief executive of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB).

Carol Shillabeer, who has been Chief Executive of Powys Teaching Health Board since 2015, will take up the post on Wednesday, May 3.

Her role at Powys will be covered by Hayley Thomas, her deputy chief executive.

The recruitment process for a permanent chief executive at BCUHB is underway.

Dyfed Edwards, interim chair, said: “I am delighted to confirm that Carol will be joining us.

“Her extensive experience in Chief Executive and clinical leadership roles in NHS Wales coupled with her background in partnership working will be of great benefit to us as we work to build stability.

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“On behalf of the Board, it’s my pleasure to welcome Carol to North Wales as we work together to make the progress needed to provide health services we can all be proud of.”

BCUHB was put into special measures for a second time in February.

The chair, vice chair and independent members of the board also agreed to step aside.

Gill Harris, who is the interim chief executive at the Health Board, is currently on prolonged sickness absence. 

Carol has also been appointed designated accountable officer for the health board. 

She said: "I am really pleased to be joining the Betsi team. I very much recognise the challenges, and I am also aware of the positive work already happening across North Wales and the passion and commitment of the staff and communities.

“I look forward to working together with and really listening to staff, partners and our communities, so that, together, we can use the opportunity that Special Measures presents to lead lasting, sustainable improvement.”