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This report provides the Council with an update on the external recruitment process for the Chief of Finance & Section 151 Officer role and confirms that Matthew Filmer’s secondment as Interim Chief of Finance & Section 151 Officer will be extended for a further 15 months.

Following a full, open and competitive recruitment exercise, the Member Appointments Panel concluded unanimously that no permanent appointment should be made at this time and agreed that Mr Filmer should continue in the interim role until July 2027. This decision reflects the importance of maintaining continuity, organisational stability and continued support for Mr Filmer’s development. Mr Filmer has confirmed his acceptance of the extension.