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VHI chairman Collins to stand down

Bernard Collins is to resign as VHI chairman with effect from September 8, it was announced today.

Health Minister James Reilly said that Mr Collins' move, after nine years in the position, "represents a significant change for the organisation and the loss of a man with a wide range of experience and knowledge from his many interests."

"Mr Collins’ tenure as the Chairman of the organisation has seen many changes in the sector and his departure comes at a time of imminent radical reform of health care services in Ireland which will place many new challenges and opportunities on the sector," a statement from Minister O'Reilly said.

The VHI yesterday announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive John O'Dwyer and Minister Reilly has indicated that he intends to move quickly to find a replacement for Mr Collins as it is essential to have a strong team in place to meet the many complex changes that lie ahead in the area of health insurance.Home

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