Meet the team

Stuart Cotten

Board Member

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Past experience:

Stuart is an experienced ethics, compliance and risk professional whose career has spanned 25 years in the highly regulated energy sector.  Stuart is a passionate advocate for corporate responsibility and promoting a culture of ‘doing the right thing’.

Over the last 20 years, Stuart has served on a variety of governmental, regulatory and industry committees and advisory groups.  During this time, he was also a member of a fund control committee for National Energy Action, a charity that specialises in campaigning for affordable, warm, safe and healthy homes.

Stuart is currently a trustee of an academy trust, plus a member of the Independent Stakeholder Group for the National Energy System Operator, providing advice and constructive challenge on the strategic direction of the publicly owned entity.

Personal statement:

Having lived and worked in North Yorkshire for over 15 years, it’s a privilege to serve Broadacres in its mission to deliver safe, efficient and affordable homes.  I’m excited to be part of a passionate team, with a great vision, that supports the needs of our rural communities.

Committee/working groups:

  • Board member
  • Group Audit & Risk Committee member
  • Group Asset & Development Committee member

Date of election to Board: September 2025