‘Why do I think now is the right time for a change in the leadership of tastelife? Well, there are three main reasons: firstly, tastelife is in a really healthy place, with good foundations, experience and processes; an increasing profile and reach; and bags of potential for growth.

We have a brilliant and highly skilled staff team who will ride a transition well, and a wonderful, motivated army of volunteers. The charity is well supported by our trustees, ably let by Richard, our chair. They all share a passion to change the story of eating disorders for the better, and have come a long way on that journey already.

Secondly, I have other challenges to rise to which includes continuing in a supportive role with campaigning, research and writing for tastelife. I am excited to see what happens next!’