
In this webinar, NGA Director of Policy and Communications, Sam Henson explores the role that governance plays in strong trusts. This webinar addresses what it is that makes a MAT strong, and how governance can be the key to trust success. Sam explores how governance in MATs works in practice, from the business of the trust board, through to how they work and communicate with the local tier of governance at school level.Â
The session will also look at the ongoing work of the DfE's regulatory and commissioning review.Â

Sam Henson
Deputy Chief Executive
Sam has been NGA's Deputy Chief Executive since January 2024 and previously worked as NGA's Director of Policy and Communications. Sam oversees NGA's policy, research, advocacy, external affairs and advice and guidance work. Sam works closely with and deputises for NGA's Chief Executive, leading the organisation to achieve positive change and drive influence at a national level through our policy and influencing work.
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