Appointment of Chair of the Jersey Dental Scheme Board of Management.

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A decision made (27/03/2007) regarding: Appointment of Chair of the Jersey Dental Scheme Board of Management.

Subject:	Appointment of Chair of the Jersey Dental Scheme Board of Management
Decision Reference:	MD-S-2007-23		Exempt clause(s):	N/A
Type of Report: (oral or written)	Oral		Person Giving Report (if oral):	Rosie Goulding Policy Principal
Telephone or e-mail Meeting?	Telephone		Report File ref:	2/1/9/4
Written report – Title	N/A
Written report – Author (name and job title)	N/A
Decision(s): The Minister agreed to recommend Mr. Michael John Touzel, as Chairman of Jersey Dental Scheme Board of Management for a three year term of office commencing 1/4/07. The Minister approved a draft report and proposition.
Reason(s) for decision: Mr Touzel holds the position of Chair for the Dental Board in a voluntary capacity until the completion of his term of Office on 1st April 2007. During his current term, Mr Touzel has demonstrated competence, integrity and enthusiasm in the position and has signalled his willingness to continue for another three year term.
Action required: Report and Proposition to be lodged through the Greffe and letter of appointment prepared after States decision.
Signature: Senator P.F. Routier - Minister		Date of Decision: 27 March 2007