Decision details

RESOLVED:          1)       Approve a reduction in the number of Executive Directors from four posts to three on the retirement of the Chief Executive, by ring fencing the appointment of a new Chief Executive/Head of Paid Service from the remaining Executive Directors

2)     On the retirement of the Executive Director Commercial Services approve a further reduction in the number of Executive Directors from three to two.

3)     Approve the appointment of 8 Assistant Directors  and one Assistant to the Chief Executive with initial appointments ring fenced to existing Assistant Directors/Service Managers or filled externally through deletion of currently vacant posts at Service Manager level when specific professional qualifications are required.

Reason for Decision

To continue the process of succession planning within the organisation, offering opportunities for development of existing staff, and to ensure continued robust management of the organisation