Gov Facility Services Limited: Chair appointment

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By Samantha Allen

Published: March 28, 2022 | 10:12 AM

Minister of State Victoria Atkins MP has approved the appointment of Colin Allars as a Chair of the Gov Facility Services Limited from 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2025.

Biography:

Colin joined GFSL as a non-executive Director shortly after the Company was launched, subsequently becoming Chair in May 2018. An engineering graduate, Colin has worked in both private and public sectors in a wide range of delivery focussed roles. He retired from full time employment in May 2021 having been Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Justice Board, a Non-Departmental Public Body responsible for oversight of and advice on the Youth Justice System. In addition to his GFSL work, Colin is interim chair of an independent panel which examines and advises on restraint and the management of behaviour within the youth justice secure estate.

Colin has not declared any political activity.

The appointment of directors by Ministers, including the Chair, Non Executive Directors, is governed by the GFSL Articles of Association, together with the MoJ/GFSL Framework Document. The appointment is not regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments.

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.