Chief strategy and planning officer - Alex Heritage

Alex Heritage joined Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board as Chief Strategy and Planning Officer in June 2026.

Alex has built his career across local government and the NHS, with a strong focus on strategy, transformation, and system working. He previously worked at Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust as chief strategy officer, where many colleagues will know him from his work to shape and deliver organisational strategy.

He has also served as chief executive officer at the NHS Transformation Unit. Most recently, he was chief strategy and transformation officer at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. In that role, he led the development of a new organisational strategy following a complex merger, alongside major digital and integration programmes that improved experiences for both staff and people using services.

Alex brings deep experience in leading large-scale change and building joined-up services across organisations. In his role at the ICB, he leads strategic planning and supports partners to deliver better outcomes for communities across Lancashire and South Cumbria.