Issue - meetings

To consider the report of the Appointment Panel in relation to the appointment of the Chief Executive.

The Leader of the Council moved the recommendations as set out in the report.  Cllr Cleary seconded the motion.

A number of Members spoke in support of the appointment of the new Chief Executive having been involved in the recruitment process.  It was considered that an outstanding candidate had been found who would add great value to the District Council in the coming years.

The Leader of the Council confirmed that the appointment was permanent.

RESOLVED:

That the appointment of Kate Ryan as Chief Executive of New Forest District Council, be approved.