Peter Forrester is an experienced management professional in the governance and public sector domains. Currently serving as the Regional Manager (North) at The Electoral Commission since February 2019, Peter brings extensive expertise from previous roles including Head of Governance at Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council, where responsibilities encompassed democratic support, elections, and performance management. Additional experience includes positions as Acting Board Secretary at Greater Manchester Probation Service, Interim Hearings Manager at The Nursing and Midwifery Council, and various roles at the Audit Commission, where Peter focused on performance auditing and best value inspections. Educational qualifications include an ICSA Advanced Certificate in Corporate Governance, a Master's in Public Policy from the University of Central Lancashire, and a Diploma in Management Studies.