Glyn Roberts, chief executive of the Northern Ireland Independent Retail Trade Association, has been appointed as the new independent, non-executive, chair of Colleges Northern Ireland. The appointment will take effect as of November 1 for an initial period of two years.
Gerry Campbell, chief executive officer of Colleges Northern Ireland said: “I welcome the appointment of Glyn Roberts and look forward to working with him as Colleges Northern Ireland works with our members in meeting the challenges and opportunities facing the further education sector. Our FE colleges have a crucial role to play in our economy, through their support for learners, businesses and communities. The appointment of Mr Roberts will ensure that Colleges Northern Ireland can continue to provide strategic leadership and direction in working with our member colleges.”