Islington Council has appointed Paul Clarke as its new Permanent Chief Finance Officer, a role also known as the Section 151 Officer. The decision was formally confirmed during the Council meeting held on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
The appointment of Mr. Clarke, which signifies a permanent fixture in the council's financial leadership, was made following the recommendations outlined in the 'Appointments Report'. The recommendations were put to a vote and subsequently carried, with no mention of dissenting votes or concerns being raised during the meeting.
The role of the Section 151 Officer is a statutory position with the critical responsibility of ensuring the financial health and probity of the local authority. This appointment was confirmed as part of the council's broader 'Appointments Report' during the meeting, which also addressed various other council positions and committee memberships.
Further details regarding council proceedings and reports can be found in the Public reports pack 02nd-Jul-2026 19.00 Council.