The Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the wider healthcare community are deeply saddened by the passing of Paul Robinson, a dedicated and respected leader who served as the Trust’s Chief Executive. Paul’s loss is profoundly felt by his colleagues, friends, and all those who had the privilege of working alongside him during his remarkable career.
Paul devoted over 30 years to the NHS, making a lasting impact on the organizations and individuals he served. He joined Sherwood Forest Hospitals in May 2015 as Director of Finance, and through his expertise and commitment, he played a key role in helping the Trust emerge from special measures. His leadership was instrumental in the significant progress SFH achieved in the years that followed.
In 2021, Paul took on the role of Chief Executive in an acting capacity before being permanently appointed in March 2022. Throughout his tenure, he demonstrated unwavering dedication to the NHS and to the well-being of both staff and patients. His compassionate and visionary leadership ensured that Sherwood Forest Hospitals remained a place of excellence and support for all those who relied on its services.
The Trust’s Acting Chief Executive, David Selwyn, shared: “Everyone who knew Paul knew that he embodied everything that was great and good about our NHS and the colleagues he was so proud to work alongside. This was truly shocking and unexpected news to receive about a great colleague who was at the heart of everything good that Sherwood was striving to achieve. Paul was fiercely passionate about the work of the NHS and had been making firm plans to return to the role he loved over the coming weeks. He will be missed by all who knew him, and our thoughts remain with his family and friends at this difficult time.”
Paul Robinson’s legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched and the improvements he championed in the NHS. His passion for patient care, his relentless drive for excellence, and his compassion for his colleagues and community will never be forgotten.
As the Trust prepares to honor Paul’s memory, further details will be shared on the plans to celebrate his life and contributions. His impact on Sherwood Forest Hospitals and the broader healthcare system is immeasurable, and he will always be remembered as an exceptional leader and a kindhearted individual who dedicated his life to the service of others.
Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to Paul’s family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace, Paul Robinson. Your legacy will forever remain in the heart of the NHS.
