Decision

Appointment of a Statutory Officer

Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: March 4, 2026

Purpose:

Content: Councillor Liz Leyshon proposed the recommendations, which were seconded by Councillor Mike Hewitson.   Having been duly proposed and seconded, the Council Resolved to:- ·       Approve the appointment of Rachael Sanders to the post of Chief Finance (Section 151) Officer, following the endorsement of the Senior Manager Appointments and Employment Committee; and ·       Delegate authority to the Chief Executive to agree the final contractual arrangements and start date, in line with the approved terms and conditions for the role.

Supporting Documents

Somerset Council Committee Report - s151 Chief Finance Officer Recruitment.pdf