Home - Husband, Dad and dog owner. Work - Permanent Secretary MHCLG, National Wealth Fund NED, Trustee MFC Foundation. Play - football, dominoes, etc
Darlington, the North
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We're delighted to announce the appointment of @tomriordan as the next Permanent Secretary at MHCLG. Tom brings extensive experience in local and national government from his roles as Northern Growth Envoy, Second Permanent Secretary at DHSC, and Chief Exec of Leeds City Council.
ALT Portrait photo of Tom Riordan, the new Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
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That was great. Thanks to the Mayor of West Yorkshire, the Deputy Leader of Leeds Council, and leaders from: Radar Healthcare, Sheffield Forgemasters, Jaguar Land Rover, Lloyds Banking Group, Produmax, Industrial Strategy Advisory Council, Aegis Energy, Channel 4, Media City, OxCam Supercluster, The Data City and Hydr, for a really productive conversation. Lots of ideas and actions to take back with me to HMT and No10 North.
Up in Leeds today to meet with @TracyBrabin and a triple-helix of leaders (across government, business and academia) to discuss how we can deliver good growth in every postcode!
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So very sorry to hear this. Eamonn made such a positive difference to Greater Manchester and local govt and leaves a hugely positive legacy. Always generous with his time and insight, and fun to work with. One of the good guys gone too early. Sincere condolences to his family.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Eamonn Boylan OBE, former Chief Executive of Greater Manchester Combined Authority and @BeeNetwork
Under his leadership Greater Manchester became a trailblazer for devolution, unlocking new powers and responsibilities, and taking buses back under public control for the first time in 40 years.
orlo.uk/hSxn5
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We’re setting a new growth plan that will boost living standards across the North.
At the heart is Northern Powerhouse Rail, which will:
✅ reduce journey times, increase frequency and reliability
✅ connect people with better jobs
✅ improve access to new homes
New skilled jobs will be the immediate benefit of the project, supported by a £570m fund to invest in training and skills.
Stronger transport links between our major cities will help local communities thrive and harness the untapped potential of the region.
ALT Growth plan for the North. New & improved rail links to unlock opportunities for people, housing and businesses.
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Today we’re announcing wide-ranging NHS support for care leavers…
🏥… from free prescriptions, dental and eye care…
👩⚕️👨⚕️… to joined up mental health support, paid internships and guaranteed interviews for jobs in the NHS!
My ✍🏻 @DailyMirror 👇🏻
mirror.co.uk/news/politics/w…
ALT WES STREETING: 'Care leavers face more challenges by 18 than most face in lifetime - we must support them' Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting writes for The Mirror as the government says all care leavers will get free prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye care until they turn 25
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Day 40✅
@JustWiggo arrived at High Leven via @Boro.
Thanks to @MFCFoundation for the welcome!
Daily roundup:
vm.tiktok.com/ZNdb9GPLq/
Onto Northallerton where there’ll be no clubs,
To donate:
crowdfunder.co.uk/p/walk-for…
874 miles covered so far. Xavier, we’re all behind you 💙💛
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Chickenpox is common. Usually it is just unpleasant, but it can be severe or life threatening.
A long established vaccine to prevent it will be offered to all children rather than only those who can pay.
Immunity by vaccination is safer than by infection.
We're launching a chickenpox vaccination programme which will protect around half a million children each year.
From January 2026, eligible children will get an MMRV vaccine to protect against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox.
Eligibility will be announced in due course.
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CHLOE KELLY, SHOUT IT LOUD!!!
England are EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS! 🏆
#BBCFootball #WEURO2025
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Very sorry to hear this news about @davidnabarro who did so much to promote global health improvement. David was a great supporter and wise counsel during the pandemic for me and so many others. Sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
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Our 10 Year Health Plan will make the NHS fit for the future.
Find out what the plan means for you 👇
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Many congratulations to all graduating from @leedsbeckett this week. It was a privilege to attend today’s ceremony. Congratulations too to former Leeds City Council CEO @tomriordan and @HunsletClub CEO Dennis Robbins on their richly deserved Honorary Doctorates.
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Our 10 Year Health Plan will make the NHS fit for the future.
Learn more: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
ALT 10 Year Health Plan. We're transforming your NHS. Neighbourhood health centres for every community. Your NHS in your pocket via the NHS App. Personalised healthcare tailored to your individual needs. Digital red book putting your children's health information securely on your phone Technology for faster diagnosis, virtual care and built on single patient records.
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Today we launched…
FIT FOR THE FUTURE - the 10 Year Health Plan for England
with the Prime Minister and Chancellor.
Read it here: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
ALT Rachel, Wes and Keir with NHS staff in Stratford
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Our 10 Year Health Plan.
We’re making the NHS fit for the future.
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An NHS fit for the future.
A healthier nation fit for the future.
This is our plan.
Department of Health and Social Care
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Watch live: Our 10 Year Health Plan to rewire the NHS. nitter.net/i/broadcasts/1lDxLzyon…
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🗣️ Your views, experiences and ideas have helped shape our upcoming 10 Year Health Plan.
🙌 Thank you to everyone who took part in the biggest ever conversation about the future of the NHS.
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It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Alan Peacock.
Much will be said and written about Alan the player, the Boro star who scored goals for club and country.
We would like to pay tribute to Alan the man. A man we got to know, respect and whose company we were privileged to share ❤️.
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