Damien Keogh SC

Mr Keogh is one of four new members appointed to the homelessness charity’s governing body as it undergoes governance and financial restructuring.

The new board members bring a wealth of expertise across HR, communications, law, arbitration and safeguarding to the organisation.

Mr Keogh is the principal of DKA Solicitors, which specialises in construction and engineering law. He is also managing director of DKADR Limited, where he practices as an arbitrator, mediator, adjudicator and conciliator.

Tony O’Brien, chairperson of the board of directors, said: “I’m delighted to welcome all of our new board members to Peter McVerry Trust. Their expertise and commitment will be invaluable as we begin a new chapter for the organisation.

“I’d also like to express my sincere gratitude to the previous board of directors and chairperson for their dedication and hard work.

“As chair, I look forward to leading this new board of directors as we focus on building a sustainable future for Peter McVerry Trust and continuing our vital work supporting those most in need.”

Peter McVerry Trust’s board of directors are chairperson Tony O’Brien, Gilbert Little, Aidan Connaughton, Kathleen McCann, Nessan Vaughan, Liz Bayfield, Paul Bailey, Damien Keogh and Valerie Philpott.