THE Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust's board of trustees has a new member ­— and he's a recorder of the county court.

David Mohyuddin QC, who grew up in Bolton and went to university in Birmingham, now enjoys life by the seaside with his young family.

He is Queen’s Counsel, practising in commercial and chancery law from Radcliffe Chambers in London and Exchange Chambers in Manchester.

The father of two has a passion for supporting and inspiring young people, fulfilled as a governor of a large school for eight years before now undertaking his new role with the trust.

Having sailed as a child, he is also looking forward to returning to the water now he lives by the sea.

He said: “I'm delighted. The Trust makes a real and positive difference to young people as they rebuild their lives following cancer treatment.

"I'm hugely excited to be able to help ensure that crucial work continues, and I look forward to playing my part in achieving the trust’s ambitions for better connections and a bigger impact by 2022.”

Frank Fletcher, the trust's chief executive, said: “We are really excited to have David join us as a Trustee.

"His knowledge and experience will be invaluable."

The board of trustees, which includes founder and patron Dame Ellen MacArthur, keeps the trust on track and makes sure the best outcomes for young people are always delivered.

You can meet the Trust's Trustees and learn about what they do here.