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Mears Group, a leading provider of services to the housing sector, has announced the appointment of Dame Clare Tickell as a Non-Executive Director to its Board as of 1 April 2026.
An experienced Non-Executive Director, Dame Tickell will help to ensure the Board continues to operate effectively, maintaining strong governance and operational excellence.
Jim Clarke, Chairman of Mears Group said: “Clare brings a wealth of experience spanning three decades in housing, public service delivery, and corporate governance. Clare’s combination of National Audit Office oversight, John Lewis Partnership governance, and housing sector leadership, positions her well to contribute to our continued growth.
“I look forward to the valuable perspective and guidance that Clare will bring to the Group as we continue to deliver on our ambitions for clients, colleagues and stakeholders.”
Dame Tickell said of her appointment: “I’m pleased to take on the role of Non-Executive Director at Mears. I look forward to working closely with the Board and Executive team to uphold strong governance and support the Group’s long-term success.”
FMJ and Watco Webinar: Meeting compliance in a new culture of accountability
From January 2026, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) formally separated from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Created under the Building Safety Act 2022 in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the BSR is designed to raise safety standards across the built environment and introduce a stronger culture of accountability, transparency, and proactive risk management.
This shift places facilities managers in a more strategic safety assurance role – far beyond routine maintenance.
FMJ and Watco are hosting a webinar on 22 April at 11:00am to explore what this new regulatory landscape means for FMs. To register for the webinar click here.
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