Nick Stace OBE appointed as next Chair of the Prison Reform Trust
Trustees and staff are delighted to announce that Nick Stace OBE is to chair the Prison Reform Trust from December 2024. Nick is currently on the Executive Committee (ExCo) of Barclay’s UK and Chair of the Conduit Club, having previously been CEO of The Prince’s Trust; Director of Strategic Communications at No10 during Gordon Brown’s premiership; and deputy CEO and CEO of consumer organisations including Which?. Nick has Chaired several organisations, including three charities, the Royal Agricultural University, and the Conduit Club.
In response to the news of his appointment Nick Stace said:
“I am really excited to take on this role from the inspirational James Timpson. James and the team at the Prison Reform Trust have put the voice of prisoners into the corridors of power to work to improve conditions. They also provide practical advice and support to prisoners and families, a lifeline to many who need it.
“The vision of a just, humane, and effective prison system is one I wholeheartedly support and saw the need for this at first hand when leading The Prince’s Trust and the work we did to support young people to turn their lives around.
“I have spent much of my time on issues that have elevated the needs and solutions of people with significant disadvantage, whether because of their starting point in life, or systemic unfairness and I look forward to supporting Pia and the team to continue to do extraordinary work on prison reform.”
Reacting to Nick’s appointment, James Timpson said:
“It’s been a privilege to Chair Prison Reform Trust for nearly 9 years, and the time has come to hand over to someone else who can take on the challenge of supporting prisoners and their families, while also supporting the incredible team at the charity. I’m delighted Nick Stace is taking over as Chair. Nick’s past experience and inherent passion for supporting those in the prison system, will undoubtedly help Pia and the team over the coming years.”
Pia Sinha, Chief Executive of the Prison Reform Trust said:
“This has been a tumultuous year for the prison and probation service. With a general election looming and PRT poised to launch a new strategic plan, Nick joins us at a critical time. Nick’s deep understanding of the sector, combined with his track record of excellence, makes him a formidable new Chair for PRT. I would also like to thank James Timpson for his inspirational leadership, support, wisdom and generosity during his tenure, which have turbo charged PRT’s reputation and influence. These solid foundations will allow Nick, me and the team to deliver our ambitious plans in the years to come.”
