Our Trustees

Hamilton Davies Trust has three Trustees: Neil McArthur, Phil Atkinson and Mike Mazurkiewicz.

The Trustees are responsible for investing HDT’s assets and distributing funds. All grant applications are presented to and approved by the Trustees at regular meetings. Each application is considered alongside our aims and objectives.

After 21 years of dedicated service to Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT), two of our former Trustees, Frank and Graham have now retired and we would like to thank them for everything they have done to help support Irlam, Cadishead and Rixton-with-Glazebrook. Their input, skills and knowledge have been invaluable to the success of the Trust and our ability to assist a whole range of community projects throughout the district over the past two decades. We thank them for all the time and expertise they have freely given and wish them all the very best for the future.

We are delighted to welcome our new Trustees Phil Atkinson and Mike Mazurkiewicz who join our founder and Chair of the Trustees Neil McArthur who, along with the staff team, will continue to support the district.

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  Neil McArthur

  Neil McArthur was born in Irlam and is the son of a steel worker and librarian. He attended Irlam Junior School and Alfred Turner Secondary School before completing an apprenticeship with BNFL in Risley (Warrington). Neil studied telecommunications at the University of Essex, who later awarded him an honorary Doctorate for his telecommunications and charitable work.
  
  A former member of the Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership during its inception, Neil is a passionate advocate of the role that business and industry can play in the ongoing revitalisation of communities and the broader North West region. Recognised for his services to engineering, Neil was made an MBE in 1992. He is also an 'Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering'.
  
  Neil currently works as Group Innovation Director for TalkTalk and is the Chairman and founder of the Hamilton Davies Trust.
  

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  Phil Atkinson

  Phil Atkinson is a seasoned finance professional with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry. As Group Commercial Finance Manager, he plays a key role in managing operational finance and supporting strategic planning and governance across the organisation. His career has been defined by a commitment to operational excellence, financial integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
  Born in Blackpool and raised in and around the Lancashire village of Great Eccleston, Phil has strong roots in the Fylde Coast, where his family has long-standing ties. He has lived in Manchester for the past 25 years, combining a deep appreciation for community with a distinguished career in finance.
  
  Outside of his professional role, Phil is committed to community service. He has served as Chairman of the Management Committee for Hollins Green Community Shop since its inception over 15 years ago and continues to support volunteering organisations that make a meaningful impact at a local level.

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  Mike Mazurkiewicz

  Mike Mazurkiewicz was born in Partington and his father worked at Irlam Steel Works and Carrington Power Station. Mike is Managing Director of three small Companies spanning Environmental and Geological Consultancy, Heritage Railways Operations and manufacturing for the Model Railways Industry.
  
  Mike is proud to be joining the Trust and is looking forward to being part of HDT and supporting the local heritage community.