Ross Nicklin - Chair Person
Ross retired from a long career spent working within the steel industry. This included working for British Steel, now Tata UK, as General Manager for the Walsall based steel processing and distribution centre. In 2001, as co - owner, he helped establish a successful steel stockholding and manufacturing business supplying products to a number of blue chip customers typically within the Automotive, Construction and Waste industries. Ross has also worked in a voluntary capacity for Age UK, undertaking a befriending role to older people within the Community.
Amongst his qualifications, Ross has a degree in Health and Social Care. He has lived in Walsall for over 50 years and is passionate about improving both services and outcomes for local citizens by utilising the extensive range of skills he brings from the private sector. Ross's interests include; travel, walking, sport and the arts.
Our Board
Herbackshh Khosah - Board Member
I am 57 years old and have three children. Currently, I work for Walsall Council as a Housing IDVA. I have been working for Walsall Council for over 20 years in various roles.
I have been a parent governor for a primary school and sat on the recruitment board and the resources board. I participate for a charity feeding the homeless.
I have a passion for healthcare services, particularly for Walsall residents as I myself live and work in Walsall. My passion started when I had a premature baby combined with my mother being ill. I was fascinated by the medical service involved and their delivery of services. I sat on the participation panel at the local gp, which further gave insight into the way gp deliver their services. We made suggestions to improve practice procedures for the benefit of their patients.
I would like every resident in Walsall to have a positive experience with their healthcare provider.
Umaymah Nawaz - Board Member
I am currently undertaking my A-Level studies in Biology, Chemistry, and English Literature, driven by an interest in both the sciences and the humanities.
In addition to my academia, I am an active member of my school community, where I have a leadership role as House Captain through which I help organise and lead events. Being a member of the Diana Award's Anti Bullying Youth Board, alongside being a Young Leader with Girlguiding.
I help advocate for young people. Through these roles, I have gained valuable insights into advocacy, and community engagement.
Recognising the challenges our community faces, I was inspired to join the Healthwatch Walsall board to contribute to meaningful change. I am passionate about ensuring that diverse voices are heard and that healthcare services are responsive to the unique needs of all members of our community, especially young people.
Ingrid Lindon
I retired from my working life in December 2024.
The first part of my working life was spent in the media field, selling advertising to several leading Midlands publications including the Birmingham Post & Mail, Sutton Coldfield Observer, Sutton Journal, Walsall Advertiser.
For the past two decades I have worked as a training consultant in the Materials Handling & Health & Safety field, advising on compliance requirements , & training solutions across the uk & overseas.
This was with Lloyd’s British Testing & later Speedy Asset Services Ltd.
Currently I am a listening volunteer for Samaritans Walsall, offering emotional support to people in need & have been doing this for the past 15 years.
My hobbies include swimming walking dancing & gardening.
I am passionate about helping others & making a positive difference in the community.
I look forward to contributing to the continued improvement of Health & Social Care services for Walsall residents
Interested in Joining our Board?
Then Email: info@healthwatchwalsall.co.uk to register your interest.
Past Board papers
We make the papers for our public Board meetings available online. We also publish a summary of what was discussed. Check out our past meetings to read more.