Debbie is respected nurse leader with over 45 years of experience. Starting her career in a SEL hospital, moved into Primary Care in 1997 and since held influential roles, Nurse Consultant for Lewisham CCG. She led major improvement projects across Respiratory Care, Care Homes, and workforce equality.

Debbie is Editor in Chief for Practice Nursing Journal, contributes to national NHS forums, and founded Lewisham CEPN. A Queens Nurse, CNO Gold Award and an MBE for her outstanding service to Primary Care nursing and the NHS. She’s currently DoN for SEL Workforce Development Hub, driving workforce expansion, strengthening retention and recruitment.