Her career spans over four decades in healthcare, academia, and the House of Lords
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) recently announced the appointment of Mary Watkins, Baroness Watkins of Tavistock, as a member of its Presidential Team.
Baroness Watkins brings a wealth of experience from her distinguished career in nursing, healthcare leadership, and public service, further strengthening RoSPA’s commitment to championing safety and preventing accidents.
The RoSPA presidential team comprises Deputy President Baroness Margaret Eaton and Life President Lord Jordan, and as Vice President, Baroness Watkins will contribute to the Presidential Team’s vital role in bringing RoSPA’s voice to the halls of Westminster.
A crossbencher in the Lords, Baroness Watkins’s career spans over four decades, during which she has held pivotal roles in healthcare, academia, and the House of Lords.
Dedication
“Throughout Baroness Watkins’s professional life, she has shown unwavering dedication to the health, safety and wellbeing of our communities, which is why we are thrilled she now sits on RoSPA’s presidential team,” commented Rebecca Hickman, RoSPA’s Chief Executive.
In addition to her academic achievements, Baroness Watkins has served on the NHS England Board since January 2023, co-chaired the World Health Organisation’s review of the State of the World Nursing, and led the Burdett Trust’s Nursing Now initiative.
“My career has been dedicated to improving health and safety standards, and I look forward to working with RoSPA to advance these crucial issues, particularly in areas such as road safety, child protection, and community healthcare.”
Baroness Watkins’ appointment reflects RoSPA’s ongoing commitment to harnessing the expertise of leading professionals to drive forward its vital work. RoSPA looks forward to the valuable insights and leadership she will bring to the team.
