Paul Court joined Healthworks as their Chief Executive in October 2019. Paul supported the development and formation of Healthworks over 27 years ago and since then has worked at a senior level across the NHS and Newcastle City Council, shaping policy and practice to improve outcomes for disadvantaged communities including children and young people. Previously, Paul has developed and led Sure Start services, been a researcher influencing national policy, NHS board member and a long serving Grant Committee member for BBC Children in Need. Paul is a current volunteer Director for Swim England North East.