Patrick Barker, Edmund Neuberger and Naila Yousuf appointed to the Board of the Horniman Museum and Gardens.
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-16)

The Secretary of State has appointed Patrick Barker, Edmund Neuberger and Nalia Yousuf as Trustees of The Horniman Public Museum and Public Park Trust, known publicly as the Horniman Museum and Gardens, from 24 April 2025 until 23 April 2029.

Patrick Barker

Patrick is a qualified accountant with a passion for bringing his financial expertise to the charity and public sectors. He began his career in the corporate world giving him the opportunity to work internationally, and where he built a solid foundation in finance and strategic planning. Motivated by a desire to make a meaningful difference, he transitioned into the not-for-profit sector, where he has dedicated his career to support impactful causes.

Patrick has held many senior leadership positions, including Finance Director and Chief Executive Officer, across a variety of charitable organisations. His work has spanned areas such as heritage, mental health, freedom of speech, international development, and cancer, playing a key role in strengthening financial resilience and guiding organisations through periods of growth and change.

A local to the Horniman Museum and Gardens, he sees its great potential as a community hub and a place for the entire family to learn and enjoy.

Edmund Neuberger

Edmund is a London based barrister specialising in international and domestic construction, engineering, and infrastructure projects, including professional negligence and insurance disputes. He is a member of the Society of Construction Law (SCL), Commercial Bar Association (COMBAR), Technology and Construction Bar Association (TECBAR) and the London Common Law and Commercial Bar Association (LCLBA).

Edmund works regularly on a wide range of international and domestic infrastructure projects and has a technical background in engineering. Recognised in Chambers & Partners, Legal 500, and Who’s Who Legal, he is praised for his commercial approach and analytical skills. His experience spans work in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.

Edmund lives in South London with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he enjoys running and cooking.

Naila Yousuf

Naila Yousuf is a Partner at Wright & Wright Architects and has led several high-profile cultural and higher education projects. A creative thinker in retrofit, architectural heritage, and contemporary interventions on historic sites, she led the major redevelopment of the award-winning Museum of the Home and the planning and consultation strategy for Lambeth Palace Library.

Since moving to London in 2007, Naila has been a frequent visitor to the Horniman Museum and inspired by its transformation over the years, including its work with communities and leadership in addressing the climate emergency. She has joined the board to support the Horniman with its capital projects.

Reimagining historic sites with a deep understanding of how they can adapt to the climate crisis is central to her professional work. Currently, Naila leads her team on a highly sustainable Passivhaus project for St Edmund Hall, one of Oxford’s oldest colleges. Constructed from Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), the project plays a key role in the College’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon.

An advocate for architectural engagement in schools, Naila has served as an external examiner at the University of Nottingham, a mentor at the Royal College of Art, and leads Wright & Wright’s collaboration with the London School of Architecture’s Partnership Network—an institution that facilitates part-time study. She is also a member of the Cathedrals Fabric Commission for England and a passionate supporter of museums and exhibitions, regularly lecturing on the subject.

Remuneration and Governance Code

Trustees of the Horniman Public Museum and Public Park Trust are not remunerated. This appointment has been made in accordance with the Cabinet Office’s Governance Code on Public Appointments (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/578498/governance_code_on_public_appointments_16_12_2016.pdf).

The appointments process is regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments. Under the Code, any significant political activity undertaken by an appointee in the last five years must be declared. This is defined as including holding office, public speaking, making a recordable donation, or candidature for election. Patrick, Edward and Naila have not declared any significant political activity.