Newey was previously the executive digital transformation officer at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust and before that he was the chief information officer at the Royal Marsden.

Chief executive of GOSH, Karl Munslow Ong said: ‘I am delighted that David has been appointed to this important role. He brings extensive experience in healthcare IT leadership and has already made a significant contribution during his time at GOSH.  

‘I look forward to continuing to work with him as we deliver our digital and data strategy and work to improve services for our patients, families and staff.'

Newey commented: ‘I am really pleased to be joining GOSH on a permanent basis. It has been a privilege to work with such committed, knowledgeable and creative staff since I joined on an interim basis in March.

‘I particularly look forward to working closely with clinical and operational colleagues and to contributing to the important work underway to care for children with some of the most complex clinical conditions.'