New Independent Member (Local Authority) for Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

The Health Board is delighted to welcome Councillor Rhys Goode as a newly appointed Independent Member (Local Authority).

County Borough Councillor and former Cabinet Member at Bridgend County Borough Council, Rhys brings a wealth of experience from senior roles in communications and public affairs. He has led high-profile campaigns and initiatives in organisations across the UK, including as Head of Terrence Higgins Trust Cymru, where he collaborated with Welsh Government to work towards ending HIV transmission in Wales.

Moving back to the South Wales valleys, where he grew up, in 2021, Rhys is passionate about supporting the community to thrive, and ensuring they have the services they need, when they need them.

Jonathan Morgan, Chair of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, said: “I am delighted the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care has appointed Councillor Rhys Goode to the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Board. He brings a superb understanding of the challenges and opportunities in local government, and how we can all be better at working together to deliver more effective local health and care services to meet peoples’ needs. I know he will make a great contribution to the Board and I am looking forward to working with him.”

Speaking of his recent appointment, Rhys Goode said: “I am excited and proud to be joining the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. I know there are great opportunities to be found in strengthening the joint working between local authorities and health boards, providing our local communities with the services they need, when they need them.

“I am looking forward to getting to work, along with Jonathan and the rest of the Board in delivering CTM's objectives over the coming years."

05/01/2026