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  • Butler welcomes appointment of Northern Trust Chief Executive

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    • Governance in health and social care

    Date published: 12 October 2026

    Health Minister Robbie Butler has welcomed the appointment of David Burns as Chief Executive of Northern Health and Social Care Trust (NHSCT).

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    Mr Burns, who currently serves as the Chief Executive of Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council, has also worked in local government in both Scotland and Northern Ireland.

    Minister Butler said: 

    "I am pleased to welcome David Burns to this key leadership role within the HSC. He has an impressive track record and has demonstrated a genuine commitment to public service throughout his career.

    I wish to congratulate David on his appointment and look forward to working with him in this new role."

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