Non-Executive Directors Appointed to GBE-N Board

GBE-N are pleased to announce the appointment of new non-executive directors to the GBE-N Board.

Great British Energy – Nuclear (GBE-N) has today announced the appointment of new non‑executive directors to its Board, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to strong governance, strategic oversight, and sector‑leading expertise. 

The appointments bring extensive experience spanning complex project delivery, public and private finance, energy sector regulation, and human resources. The non‑executive directors will support the Chair, Simon Bowen, and the incoming Chief Executive, Simon Roddy, providing independent oversight and constructive challenge as GBE-N delivers the first Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in Europe at Wylfa in North Wales and continues to advise government on the UK nuclear programme. 

The new non-executive directors are: 

David Goldstone CBE 

Richard Morse 

Gareth Price 

Tracy Sheedy 

Dr Rebecca Weston 

Simon Bowen, Chair of GBE-N, said: 

“Delivering the UK’s New Nuclear programme will require us to continue to move with focus and pace. To date this has been enabled by an incredibly talented and committed group of Board Directors. As we transition to a permanent Board I would like to thank Mark Russell, Susan Jee, Tim Stone, Gareth Price and Hugo Robson for their immense contribution. Particular thanks to Susan, Mark and Tim who have elected to step down for a well earned rest. Gareth and Hugo will join me in continuing on the Board which provides expertise and continuity as the new Board members get up to speed.  

“I am excited to announce the new appointments to our Board, who bring with them a wealth of experience in delivering major, complex, and nationally critical infrastructure projects. I look forward to working with our new Board as we continue delivering the SMR programme and paving the way to realising the full potential of the UK’s nuclear ambitions.”

Minister for Nuclear, Lord Vallance said: 

“These new board members will bring a wealth of expertise as Great British Energy – Nuclear prepares to deliver the UK’s first small modular reactors in North Wales. 

“I look forward to working with the board as we enter a new golden age of nuclear, which will create thousands of jobs and boost our energy security.” 

About GBE-N  

Great British Energy – Nuclear (GBE-N) is the government delivery body dedicated to supporting the development and deployment of new nuclear technologies in the UK. As an arm’s length body of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, GBE-N helps ensure long term energy security, supports net zero targets and promotes investment and innovation across the nuclear sector. 

Source Link: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/non-executive-directors-appointed-to-gbe-n-board