County Council appoints interim chief executive
Powys County Council has announced the appointment of Jack Straw OBE as interim Chief Executive, following the absence of the current Chief Executive, Dr Caroline Turner, due to ill health.
1 year ago 1 minute read 1,336 viewsPowys County Council has announced the appointment of Jack Straw OBE as interim Chief Executive, following the absence of the current Chief Executive, Dr Caroline Turner, due to ill health.
Jack Straw OBE, former Chief Executive of the City and County of Swansea Council, will take up his new role on April 10.
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Powys County Council Leader, Councillor James Gibson-Watt, expressed his confidence in Jack, stating that he is a highly experienced local executive officer who is well known to Powys, having previously chaired the council's Improvement and Assurance Board. The council leader also wished Dr Turner a speedy recovery.
Jack expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to work with the councillors and officers in Powys again. He also stated his commitment to continuing the focus on maintaining and improving the vital public services that the council and its partners are responsible for.
Jack brings with him over 40 years of experience in both local government and the NHS. He has served as Chief Executive of Swansea Health Board, Director of Social Services and Housing, and Chief Executive of City and County of Swansea Council. His extensive experience in these fields will undoubtedly be an asset to Powys County Council.
The appointment of an interim Chief Executive will ensure that the council's operations continue to run smoothly while Dr Turner is away. It also demonstrates the council's commitment to ensuring that the delivery of vital public services is not disrupted during this period.
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