Our Mission & Commitment
NHS Spurs brings together Tottenham Hotspur supporters working in the NHS to build a healthier, more connected community. By combining our passion for football with a commitment to public health, mental well-being, and mutual support, we enrich the lives of our members and those around us.
Launched in September 2024, the Supporters’ Club was proudly recognised by the club itself in this official announcement. What began as an informal network of NHS colleagues sharing Spurs stories during the pandemic has grown into an official, vibrant community with a shared sense of purpose and pride.
We unite NHS staff through shared experiences, collaborative opportunities, and a strong connection to the club—fostering unity, belonging, and a positive impact on the wider community.
Our Steering Committee
We have a dedicated steering committee composed of individuals with extensive reach and influence in both the NHS and the football community. Our members bring a wealth of experience and connections, enhancing our ability to make a significant impact.
President: Lawrence Tallon
Chief Executive Officer at Medicines and Healthcare Product Regulatory Agency
Lawrence founded NHS Spurs together with Gareth Stockley, partly as a way to raise morale amongst fellow Spurs fans in the NHS in the difficult period of the Covid-19 pandemic and its aftermath. He was born in North London and has been a life-long Spurs fan, along with his brother and now his eldest son. His favourite Spurs memories are Gazza’s free kick goal in the 1991 FA Cup semi final and the whole of the run to the Champions League final in 2019.
Vice President: Dr Asif Mazumder
Deputy Chief Clinical Information Officer at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Asif grew up in Tottenham and has been an NHS doctor for 21 years, eventually specialising in brain imaging. He holds season tickets for both Women’s and Men’s teams, the latter since 2006. Asif has extensive experience in clinical and digital leadership at senior levels with a track record of improving access to health services for the local communities in London.
Chairman: Gareth Stockley
Project Manager & Deputy Lead - NHS Armed Forces Programme at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Gareth co-founded NHS Spurs and has a passion for networking, social & occupational wellbeing, and Spurs! His favourite players are Mousa Dembele and Gareth Bale (With Jemaine Defoe close behind). Favourite memories for different reasons are his late grandfather taking him and his younger brother to the 3-3 NLD at WHL and more recently, watching the Moura hat-trick vs Ajax.
Sue Thomas
Clinical Director - Google Health UK
Sue joined Google after more than 15 years of consulting in the health and life sciences industry, most recently as a senior partner at Ernst & Young.Prior to moving into consulting, Susan was a practicing physician in both the UK and Australia, where she undertook her training in medicine for the elderly. During her time in consulting, Susan worked across the NHS, with a focus on improving clinical quality and operational performance - not least through the incorporation of digital technologies.
Dr Nnenna Osuji
Chief Executive Officer at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
With more than 20 years’ experience within the NHS, Dr Nnenna Osuji joined North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust as chief executive in 2021, having previously worked as deputy chief executive and medical director at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust. She has a pedigree in academia and teaching, is an experienced hematology consultant and continues to practice. Dr Osuji is currently co-chair of the London People Board and the London equality, diversity and inclusion steering group.
Dr Ronny Cheung
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Guy's and St Thomas's NHS Trust and Consultant Paediatrician, Evelina Children's Hospital
Dr Ronny Cheung has been a health advisor, with particular expertise on child health and wellbeing, to the Department of Health, NHS England, the Prime Minister’s Strategy Unit and the World Health Organisation, among others. He has been a Spurs fan since moving to this country at the age of 10 and being spellbound by Glenn Hoddle’s magical touch and Clive Allen’s 49 goal season.