Reappointment to the Voluntary Health Insurance Board
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From: Department of Health
- Published on: 30 January 2026
- Last updated on: 30 January 2026
The Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD has reappointed Ms Karen Furlong as a member to the Voluntary Health Insurance Board with effect from 28 January 2026 until 27 January 2029.
Ms Karen Furlong
Karen is an experienced Director with over 30 years’ experience across financial services, fintech, professional services and not for profits. Her expertise spans digital transformation, sustainability, strategy, change, governance and risk accrued from her roles in companies including Standard Life, Educational Building Society, Prospectus Strategy Consultants, CUNA Mutual and Allianz. Karen is a Senior Independent Director of Triodos Bank UK in Bristol and the Chair of Remuneration Committee for Progressive Building Society in Belfast. She also serves on the Board of the Personal Injuries Resolution Board.