Appointees to health bodies announced

Health Minister Tony Ryall has announced appointments and a reappointment to health sector boards.

Mr Ian Ward has been appointed as a member of the New Zealand Blood Service Board, replacing Mrs Anne Urlwin, who recently completed two terms on the board.

Professor Ann Richardson has been appointed to the board of the Health Research Council, and Professor Linda Smith has been reappointed.

Professor Richardson is replacing Professor Richie Poulton, who has served two terms on the board.

Mr Ryall thanked departing members for their service to the respective boards.