Meet our National Residents Group (NRG)

Muir's National Residents Group (NRG) ensures residents have a greater say in how we work, providing governance while also helping towards service improvement and shaping our future.

NRG members live across all of Muir's four regions - North, East, Cheshire East and Warrington, Cheshire West and Chester.

They attend regular meetings throughout the year and work with the Muir Board to achieve positive outcomes.

If you're interested in becoming a member of the NRG, learn more and apply here:  www.muir.org.uk/join-muirs-national-residents-group-nrg

The latest NRG Annual Report is available here:   www.muir.org.uk/publications  

 

Learn more about your NRG members below!

 

Sue Kearns - Cheshire East (Acting Chair)

I want to make a difference for Muir residents and the houses we live in.  I'm passionate about residents having a voice within the planning and development of Muir homes, and improving communication between Muir and residents.

I enjoy coming together with other residents and being able to make positive changes in areas like Anti-Social Behaviour, complaints and more. It's good to be able to see things from Muir’s point of view and from that of residents. 

I'm passionate about helping people and am involved in volunteer work which takes me out into the community where I can connect with people of all backgrounds and communities.

I also enjoy all things crafty.  I bake and decorate cakes and crochet which gives me a lot of joy.

 

Mike Jones — North

Being part of the NRG is a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

It's is a great way to interact with other NRG members and the Muir team.

Formerly an international technical writer, I have a background in military and civilian tasks and worked on football stadiums for more than 20 years.

 

 

Ron Chambers — East

I became part of the NRG because I think it's important to be on board with Muir to represent residents and help make sure things happen the way we'd like them to.

I used to be a chef for many years and I still enjoy cooking as well as travelling and watching rugby.

 

 

Dave Washington - Cheshire East

I joined the NRG to be a spokesperson for residents and to work with Muir on future issues.

I enjoy working with the NRG and discussing with Muir how to help make sure residents get a fair deal and keeping them happy.

My hobbies are spending time on my narrow boat and renovating classic cars and motorcycles.

 

Julie Podmore - Cheshire West

I joined the NRG to help make sure residents had a spokesperson to look after their interests.

I enjoy working alongside the other NRG members and also make time for crafting and spending time with my family.

 

 

Malcolm Campbell - North

I applied to join the NRG so I can help my community and support Muir with their ongoing strategies and improvements.

I enjoy having friendly but serious discussions about agenda items and I like to ensure residents are treated fairly.

I'm a senior martial artist and love teaching young members. I also enjoy reading, particularly history.

 

Donna Underwood — East

The reason I applied to become involved with the NRG is to find out what happens in with the group and to see if I can get involved and help and make a difference to people's lives in the community with Muir.

I enjoy meeting other people with the same interests as me and to see if we can work together and help each other out and sort out the problems what goes on in the housing sector.

I'm passionate about making everyone happy and I don't really have any hobbies I just work and look after my children, I don't get time to have any hobbies for myself.

I'm hoping to start going to the gym when my children are at school, so I've got that to look forward to.

 

Iryna Freer — North

Coming from a minority background, I know from experience that people from underrepresented groups are often not heard. I hope to be a bridge to help amplify their voices.

I believe that building strong and inclusive communities is so important, and I would love to share both my personal experiences and professional knowledge to support Muir in shaping strategies that bring people together and create spaces where everyone feels included and every voice matters.

 

Rob Laidler - North

I applied for a role on the NRG after hearing about the position from my Tenancy Services Officer.

I enjoy hearing from others, their ideas on how we can improve how things are run, and what might be missing from Muir's plans.

In my free time, I help organise domino drives and play dominoes to raise money for charity.

 

 

Tony Okotie — Muir Board Member