Celebrating Success – Professor John Wildman
Congratulations to Professor John Wildman has been appointed as the Chair of ACRA (The Advisory Committee on Resource Allocation) From 1st March 2025 (for a period of 3 years).
Organisation description
The Advisory Committee on Resource Allocation (ACRA) is responsible for providing recommendations and advice on the funding for health services in England, that reflect the objectives of the funding formula. The committee currently reports to the Chief Executive of NHS England for NHS allocations, and to the Secretary of State, for public health allocations.
The objectives of the formulae are set by Department of Health and Social Care and NHS England (NHSE) and are in place to support equal opportunity of access for equal need and to contribute to the reduction in avoidable health inequalities.
ACRA is an independent, expert committee comprising GPs, public health experts, NHS managers and academics. The Chair is a joint appointment between Ministers and the NHSE Chief Executive. Members are appointed by the Chair.
Regulation of appointment
This post is regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments.