Media regulator appoints new members to its Board and Complaints Committee

Alison Gow has joined IPSO’s Board. She has worked in journalism for more than 30 years and is a former editor of WalesOnline, Wales on Sunday, and the Daily Post, and an audience and content director with Reach plc. 

She is an editorial leadership coach and consultant, and her board positions include the Journalists’ Charity, Public Interest News Foundation, and the Journalism Innovation and Leadership Programme at the University of Central Lancashire.

Alison Gow said,

“I am delighted to join IPSO’s Board. Press regulation is extremely important, especially with the challenges that journalism is facing today. I look forward to making a contribution to IPSO’s work.” 

IPSO’s Board is responsible for the oversight, vision and strategic direction of IPSO. It monitors performance and provide advice, challenge and support. It is responsible for appointing the Complaints Committee, but does not make decisions on complaints.  

George McInnes has joined the Complaints Committee, which rules on complaints relating to potential breaches of the Editors’ Code of Practice. 

He retired from Poole Hospital/University Hospitals Dorset in 2024 having been a consultant radiologist and Clinical Director of Radiology. He has also worked as a radiologist in Scotland, Bermuda and Barcelona. 

George McInnes said,

“I am pleased to have the opportunity to contribute my skills to IPSO’s work of ensuring freedom of expression and accountability in the public interest.” 

Lord Edward Faulks is Chairman of IPSO’s Board and the Chair of the Complaints Committee. He said:

“I am happy to welcome Alison to the Board and George to the Complaints Committee. They are each highly accomplished in their fields and will contribute valuable expertise and perspectives to IPSO’s work.” 

Both appointments began on 1 January 2025.