Role

Chief Officer

1 story · discussed at 2 council meetings · 2 councils

A senior leadership position within Tower Hamlets Council. The senior executive officer of the Authority, formerly known as the Head of Paid Service. The most senior permanent officer of a local authority, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and implementing the decisions of elected councillors. Previously known as the Head of Paid Service.

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