Professor Sir Stephen Powis, who was a familiar face of the No 10 pandemic press conferences, to stand down a week after shock resignation of Amanda Pritchard
Professor Sir Stephen Powis, the NHS national medical director, has announced his resignation, becoming the second senior health official to step down in a week following Amanda Pritchard's departure. Powis, who has served for over seven years, expressed pride in his role and commitment to improving the NHS. His resignation this summer, communicated to Pritchard in January, leaves a leadership gap as NHS England faces closer ministerial oversight. The government prioritizes NHS improvements, including reducing waiting lists. Jim Mackey, the new NHS boss, is preparing a 10-year reform plan. Powis was praised for his leadership during the pandemic, particularly in the Covid vaccine rollout and patient safety strategies.
