Appointment of Interim Group Chief Executive
September 25, 2026 Greater Manchester Combined Authority (Other) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority approved the interim appointment of Andrew Lightfoot as Group Chief Executive. The decision was made on 25 September 2026. Andrew Lightfoot was appointed as Interim Group Chief Executive, statutory Head of Paid Service, Combined Authority Returning Officer, and Director General of TfGM.
Full council record
Decision
- That the appointment of Andrew Lightfoot to the role of Interim Group Chief Executive Officer for the GMCA, Fire and TfGM, with effect from 28 August 2026, at the salary set out in paragraph 4, be approved.
- That Andrew Lightfoot, as Interim Group Chief Executive Officer, be designated as the statutory Head of Paid Service for the GMCA in accordance with s4 Local Government & Housing Act 1989.
- That Andrew Lightfoot, as Interim Group Chief Executive Officer, be appointed as the Combined Authority Returning Officer for any Combined Authority election taking place after commencement of his appointment.
- That Andrew Lightfoot, as Interim Group Chief Executive Officer, be appointed as the Director General of TfGM in accordance with the provisions of the Transport Act 1968.
Related Meeting
Greater Manchester Combined Authority - Friday, 25th September, 2026 10.30 am on September 25, 2026
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 25 Sep 2026 |