TRUSTEES
Mrs. Linda J. Stone OBE
Chairman
Past President of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and a former Vice President of FIP. Diagnosed with Sjögren’s in 1990, she became chair of trustees in 2002, leading the trustees and staff in the development of the charity and the services it provides. Linda is a patient partner in a number of Sjögren’s related research projects and acts as an independent consultant advising and advocating for Sjögren’s sufferers. Linda was the inaugural secretary of Sjögren Europe for 3 years.
Mrs. Linda J. Stone
Mrs. Louise Mountford
Patient Representative
Louise, a working farmer in Cheshire and Shropshire, is a retired solicitor who received a diagnosis of Primary Sjögren’s in 2017 when she became a member. Actively involved in community and charity work, she has experience in administration, organization, and fundraising. Since diagnosis, she's been researching the disease and is currently part of a clinical trial. Louise is committed to raising Sjogren's awareness within the profession and community through her work with Sjögren's UK.
Mrs. Pat Wolstenholme
Patient Representative
A retired accountant who was diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome in 2010 and joined Sjögren's UK soon after to find out more about the condition. She became a trustee in October 2022, bringing her experience as a patient, accountant, and patient representative on another health- related board. Pat is married with two daughters and three grandchildren. She enjoys crown green bowling, online courses and lectures, walking, and family time.
Mrs. Pat Wolstenholme
Mr. Paul Taylor
Carer Representative
Retired in 2019, he joined Sjögren's UK as a trustee in 2022. His wife, Sandi, a Sjögren's UK member, has Sjögren’s. Paul was a photographer in nuclear power and later worked in auditing and senior management in local government and as the executive director of Veolia Environmental Trust. He has volunteer experience in various capacities such as church warden, school governor, and more. He enjoys gardening, photography, reading, and spending time with his wife and five grandchildren.
Mr. Paul Taylor
Mrs. Catherine Porter
Mrs. Porter has a project management background and delivers a range of clinical trials. Mrs. Porter works with research participants alongside colleagues, GP practices, NHS hospital Trusts, community NHS Trusts and the National Institute for Health and Care Research. She received a diagnosis of Sjögren's in 2008 and discovered the Sjögren's UK in 2022. She was appointed to the role of Trustee in October 2022. She joined the Board to help the Sjögren's UK to further develop its valuable support and resources.
Mrs. Catherine Porter
Mrs. Bex Rimmington
I joined Sjogren’s UK as a trustee after being diagnosed with Sjögren’s in 2021, following a long struggle with symptoms that began in 2010. Encouraged by my consultant, I became involved with the charity to help ensure others receive the same support I did. After attending my first conference, I reached out to the charity to offer my support, wanting to give back and ensure future generations of those diagnosed with Sjögren’s have access to the help and resources I received.
Mrs. Bex Rimmington
Mr. David Slatter
David has over 24 years of experience leading an executive-level recruitment team within the public sector, working with local government leaders, the NHS, and emergency services. David’s personal connection to Sjogren’s UK comes from his wife’s diagnosis in 2010 and the ongoing symptoms she faces. David is proud to serve as a trustee for Sjogren’s UK, ensuring the charity provides high-quality services and raises awareness for those living with the condition.
Mr. David Slatter
MEDICAL COUNCIL
Professor Simon Bowman
Medical Council Vice President
Rheumatology - Birmingham
Prof. Simon Bowman
Miss Saaeha Rauz
Ophthalmology
Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, University of Birmingham
Miss Saaeha Rauz
Dr. Nurhan Sutcliffe
Rheumatology
St Barts, The London NHS Trust.
Dr. Nurhan Sutcliffe
Dr. Monica Gupta
Rheumatology
Gartneval Hospital, Glasgow
Dr. Monica Gupta
Dr. Francesca Barone M.D., Ph.D.
Wellcome Trust Clinician Scientist, Centre for Translational Inflammational Research, School of Immunity and Infection, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham Research Laboratories, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham
Dr. Francesca Barone
Dr. Michele Bombardieri, MD, PhD
HEFCE Clinical Senior Lecturer and Consultant Rheumatologist, Centre for Experimental Medicine and Rheumatologist, William Harvey Research Institute, Queen Mary University of London and Barts' Health NHS Trust
Dr. Michele Bombardieri
Dr. Ed Vital
Associate Professor and Honorary Consultant, NIHR Clinician Scientist, Leeds Institute for Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine, University of Leeds
Dr. Ed Vital
OFFICE
Andrea
Andrea
Rachel
I am a graduate in Mathematical Economics and Statistics, passionate about using my skills to make a difference. I’ve had the privilege of getting involved with various charities, including fundraising, coordinating events and customer service. I believe in the power social media can have in connecting with the community, raising awareness and driving meaningful engagement, therefore I hope to implement my skills and digital media awareness to build stronger relationships with supporters and raise visibility for Sjogren’s mission.
Rachel
Latoya
I am a dedicated office administrator for Sjögren's UK, bringing a wealth of organizational expertise to support the charity's mission. With a degree in Business Management and a strong background in customer service, I excel in fostering a customer-centric environment that prioritizes the needs of those the charity serves. I take pride in my willingness to help others and approach every challenge with enthusiasm and a collaborative spirit.
Latoya
Bridget
Team Leader Members’ Helpline
Bridget
Ann Marie
Members’ Helpline
Ann Marie
Helen
Members’ Helpline
Helen
PATRON
Eleanor Bron
Eleanor Bron is a writer and actress. She was extremely fortunate as a child, in that she was able to attend a grammar school and to go on to enjoy a university education at a time when this was all paid for by the state. She read Modern Languages at Newnham College and it was at Cambridge that she met and worked with Peter Cook, John Bird and John Fortune.
She started her career working with them during the ‘satire boom’ of the 1960’s. After two years with Peter Cook’s Establishment cabaret in London and New York, she returned to England and continued to work both in comedy and drama, on radio and television, theatre and film. Her roles in the theatre include Hedda Gabler, Jean Brodie, Cleopatra, Jocasta, Yelena in Uncle Vanya, and Amanda in Private Lives. On television, as well as writing (with John Fortune) and performing in their comedy series, she has appeared in Rumpole of the Bailey, Absolutely Fabulous, Casualty 1909, Midsomer Murders and Foyle’s War and in many dramas.
Among films in which she has appeared, are Help; Bedazzled; Women In Love, The Heart of Me, Wimbledon and the House of Mirth. She greatly enjoys recording audio-books, including her own novel. Other writing includes several books of memoir and some poems and song cycles.
She has two older brothers, Gerry, a record producer, and Anthony, a professor of Ophthalmology.
