Diabetes UK has appointed Colette Marshall as its new head following the departure of Chris Askew after eight years to take on the role of Chief Executive at the Royal College of General Practitioners.
Ms Marshall, pictured right, has been Director of Services, Volunteering and Local Impact at Diabetes UK since 2013.
Following her appointment she said: “I am excited to take the helm at this time for Diabetes UK, and I look forward to working with the diabetes community, colleagues and partners to meet the challenges ahead.”