Paul Allen

Before coming to the RHN Paul was chief executive, and a trustee, of The Abbeyfield Society for six years. Previously, he had been interim chief executive of The Soil Association and chief operating officer and deputy chief executive at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.

Paul initially came to the RHN as the interim chief executive, but was offered the permanent role by the board after being here for six weeks. He took the permanent role because he had been struck by the obvious need and plight of patients, the real need for the services provided and the incredibly supportive staff.

Paul believes that looking after families is just as important as caring for patients, and that it’s a privilege to be part of the great work of the RHN.

In his spare time he follows Spurs, listens to U2, and goes to Glastonbury every year.