Redaction notice
An earlier version of this article referred to “interim” leadership arrangements at NASC and CISRS.
This was incorrect. David Brown has formally resumed the roles of President and Chair in line with existing governance arrangements. He will serve as President until June 2026 and will continue as Chair of the NASC and CISRS Boards until June 2028.
The article has been updated to reflect this accurately.
Following the death of Wayne Connolly, the Boards of the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation and the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme have confirmed leadership arrangements in accordance with their established governance framework.
David Brown, Immediate Past Chair of both organisations, has resumed the roles of President and Chair. He will serve as President until June, after which he will continue as Chair of the NASC and CISRS Boards until June 2028. The arrangements reflect decisions already agreed within the governance structure and are intended to provide continuity.
Under plans agreed at General Meeting, Sarah Klieve, currently Vice President, will assume the Presidency in June. David Brown will continue as Chair of the NASC and CISRS Boards until June 2028.
During this period, he will oversee the delivery of a revised governance structure, including the planned appointment of an Independent Chair in June 2028. The move forms part of a longer-term programme to strengthen governance across both organisations.
The Boards said they remain committed to delivering Wayne Connolly’s vision for the future of NASC and CISRS, including improved transparency, representation and independence, while maintaining a member-led structure.
David Brown said the focus would be on continuing the reforms already underway. He described Wayne Connolly as a leader who cared deeply about the industry and its future, adding that delivering the governance changes he championed was the most fitting way to honour his legacy.
Clive Dickin, Group CEO, said NASC and CISRS continued to be supported by professional Boards, Councils and committee structures. He said the organisations remained focused on raising standards, protecting competence and supporting the long-term success of the scaffolding and access sector.
