Written question WQ89974

Asked by: Andrew RT DaviesConservativeMember for South Wales Central
To be answered by: Minister for Finance and Local Government
Tabled: 30 November 2023
Due: 7 December 2023
Answered: 7 December 2023
Time to answer: 7 daysAnswered by the due date

Question

What discussions has the Minister had with local authorities in Wales regarding transparency in the process for senior appointments?

Answer

Answered by Minister for Finance and Local Government

I have had no recent discussions with local authorities on this matter.

While Local Authorities will have set out their policies and procedures for the appointment of staff generally, paragraph 1 of Schedule 1 to the Local Authorities (Standing Orders) (Wales) Regulations 2006 provides that posts for chief officers with salaries of more than £100,000 must be publicly advertised in a way which is likely to bring it to the attention of persons who are qualified to apply for it.

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