“I feel the time is right to take a step back and spend more time with my family and my new great-grandchild, however I will not be giving up completely and will be supporting the Hospice on a part time consultancy basis, on specific projects.

Although we have had many challenges over the last 14 years, the Hospice has expanded to support more people and is an important provider of palliative care in the region. Whilst the community struggles with the cost of living, I hope that small contributions can still be found to support this wonderful charity.

I would like to thank everyone, my teams, the Board of Trustees who have been so supportive, my colleagues in the voluntary sector and the NHS and the companies and individuals who have supported the Hospice and made my role easier.”

Tracy will officially leave her role in September 2022. Her successors, Nicky and Sandra have issued a joint message on behalf of the many friends and colleagues with whom Tracy has worked over the years; “We thank Tracy for her years of hard work, dedication and support, both on a professional and personal level. Tracy has made a real difference to the lives of people in the local community and now the time has come for her to focus on family life, including welcoming her new great-grandchild.

Tracy’s legacy is one of passion, innovation and a culture that has shaped the Hospice over the last decade and beyond. She will be missed and we wish her and her family the very best of health and happiness in the years to come.”

Tracy will officially leave her role in September 2022. Her successors, Nicky and Sandra have issued a joint message on behalf of the many friends and colleagues with whom Tracy has worked over the years;