Dr Fazal Dad CBE
Biography
Dr. Fazal Dad CBE has over 30 years of experience in education. He has been Principal and Chief Executive for Blackburn College since 2019. He is also the director for The Lancashire Colleges and Bury Grammar School and a part-time Ofsted inspector. He has also taken part in a range of expert panels to help shape education policy.
Fazal was awarded a CBE in 2025 for his services to further education.
Board member
The board members play a vital role in guiding the strategic direction of Skills England and ensuring it delivers on its vision. As part of the Board, members provide independent insight, challenge, and support to the executive team. Working collectively with the Chair and fellow board members, they are responsible for:
- contributing to the development and oversight of Skills England’s strategic objectives
- providing expert advice and constructive challenge to ensure effective decision-making
- supporting good governance, risk management, and accountability across the organisation
- acting as ambassadors for Skills England, promoting its role and impact across the skills system
Board members are expected to dedicate approximately 20 days per year to the role, including attendance at Board meetings and engagement with stakeholders.