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Trust's Chief Operating Officer to Retire After 40 Years in the NHS

Published: 11 November 2026

Graphic from Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust featuring a professional portrait of Chief Operating Officer, Lynn Parkinson standing in a corridor. Large blue text reads: “Lynn Parkinson will retire in April 2027.” The Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust logo appears in the top right corner, with the “Caring, Learning & Growing Together” logo in the bottom left on a light grey background.

It is with sadness that we announce Lynn Parkinson, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Chief Executive will be retiring in April, following an exceptional 40 years of dedicated service to the NHS.

Lynn has played a significant role in our Trust's improvement journey, helping to drive positive change while ensuring that the needs of our patients remain a priority in everything we do.

On behalf of the Trust, we wish her a happy retirement.

Lynn said:

“I'm extremely proud of the journey we've been on as a Trust and the progress we've made together over the last eight years.

I began my career as a mental health nurse and, whatever roles I've held since, I've always been a clinician at heart. My values have remained the same and I've always believed in putting patients, families and carers at the centre of everything we do. It's been a privilege to be the Chief Operating Officer and work alongside colleagues who are so committed to making a difference for our patients.

I wish everyone at Humber continued success and all the very best for the future.”