GM Mayor Bev Craig

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority Resources Committee resolved to defer the report on the recruitment of a permanent Group Chief Executive Officer to the next meeting. This decision was made on 25 September 2026.

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority Resources Committee approved the minutes of their 28 August 2026 meeting. The committee endorsed the rationale for appointing an interim Group Chief Executive, recommended the Deputy Group Chief Executive for this role from 28 August 2026, and noted the role profile and statement of suitability for Andrew Lightfoot. Authority was delegated to the Director of People Services, in consultation with the Mayor, to finalise interim appointment arrangements and temporary backfilling.

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority Resources Committee noted its terms of reference on 25 September 2026. The committee's purpose includes considering human resource processes, overseeing ICT and property resources, and approving the annual business plan.

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority Resources Committee approved recommendations on 25/09/2026. No interests were declared.

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority Resources Committee decided to approve the membership for the 2026/27 period. This decision was made on 25 September 2026. The committee noted the following members: Bev Craig, Paul Dennett, Nazia Rehman, Tom Ross, Eamonn O’Brien, Mark Roberts, and Eleanor Wills.