Organisational chart
RQIA is a non-departmental public body of the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety in Northern Ireland (DHSSPS). Its thirteen member board, headed by Chairman - Dr Ian Carson, is responsible to the Minister for Health, Social Services and Public Safety.
Phelim Quinn, RQIA's Acting Chief Executive (and Director of Operations), is responsible to the Board through the Chairman for managing the organisation, and in his role as Accounting Officer reports to the Permanent Secretary of the DHSSPS.
The Acting Chief Executive leads RQIA's Executive team:
- Theresa Nixon, Director of Quality Assurance
- David Stewart, Director of Service Improvement and Medical Director
- Maurice Atkinson, Director of Corporate Services
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In focus
Infection Prevention and Control
A Regional Infection Prevention and Control Manual is now available online offering invaluable guidance to service providers. This is an invaluable resource for protecting those using health and social care services in Northern Ireland.
Infection Prevention and Control
A Regional Infection Prevention and Control Manual is now available online offering invaluable guidance to service providers. This is an invaluable resource for protecting those using health and social care services in Northern Ireland.
