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22/06/2023
Chris Quinn Named New Children's Commissioner
Chris Quinn has been named as the new Commissioner for Children and Young People for Northern Ireland.
Highlighting the "vital" role of the Children's Commissioner is "safeguarding and promoting the rights and best interests of our children and young people", Head of the Civil Service, Jayne Brady, said: "I want to congratulate Chris on his appointment.
"I believe that Chris has all the skills and experience needed to take forward this important work and I want to wish him every success when he takes up his post.
"I also want to express my gratitude to the outgoing Children's Commissioner Koulla Yiasouma. The energy, drive and passion she brought to the role ensured she was at the forefront of championing children and young people's issues in Northern Ireland for many years."
Chris Quinn's appointment will be for a period of four years, with the possibility of reappointment. Mr Quinn will take up post on 18 September 2023.
Highlighting the "vital" role of the Children's Commissioner is "safeguarding and promoting the rights and best interests of our children and young people", Head of the Civil Service, Jayne Brady, said: "I want to congratulate Chris on his appointment.
"I believe that Chris has all the skills and experience needed to take forward this important work and I want to wish him every success when he takes up his post.
"I also want to express my gratitude to the outgoing Children's Commissioner Koulla Yiasouma. The energy, drive and passion she brought to the role ensured she was at the forefront of championing children and young people's issues in Northern Ireland for many years."
Chris Quinn's appointment will be for a period of four years, with the possibility of reappointment. Mr Quinn will take up post on 18 September 2023.
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