The Appointments Sub-Committee of Westminster Council met on Monday 15 June 2026. The primary item scheduled for discussion was the appointment to the significant role of Director of Law.

Appointment to the Post of Director of Law

The report pack indicated that a key item for discussion was the appointment to the position of Director of Law. This role is a significant one within the council's structure. The report pack contained documentation related to this appointment, with pages numbered from 3 to 32, suggesting a detailed consideration of candidates or the process. The discussions surrounding this appointment were held in private, as indicated by the agenda noting this item under PART 2 (EXEMPT) and referencing paragraph 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972, which typically relates to confidential information.

The agenda also included standard procedural items. These were:

Membership

The committee was scheduled to note any changes to its membership.

Declarations of Interest

Members and Officers were expected to declare any pecuniary interests or any other significant interests in matters on the agenda. Guidance on declarations of interest was available in the Code of Governance.

The meeting was scheduled to take place in Room 18.06 on the 18th Floor of 64 Victoria Street, London, SW1E 6QP. Members of the public were welcome to attend Part 1 of the agenda, with admission by ticket from ground floor reception. Special assistance for those with disabilities and information on the induction loop for hearing aid users were also noted.