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Flintshire County Council appoint new CEO

Neal Cockerton has been appointed as Flintshire County Council’s new Chief Executive Officer.

A highly regarded member of Flintshire’s existing Chief Officer team, Mr Cockerton will take up his new role on 1 November 2021.

He will replace current Chief Executive, Colin Everett, who has been at the council since 2007.

Commenting, Leader of Flintshire County Council, Councillor Ian Roberts said:

“I am delighted to announce the appointment of Neal Cockerton as the new Chief Executive of Flintshire County Council.  

“Neal has a very positive track record of public service. He is very hardworking, dedicated and committed to providing the best services to the residents of Flintshire.

“I have every confidence in Neal’s ability, drive and vision and have no doubt that he will continue to develop the work of the Flintshire County Council.

“I look forward to working closely with him on the issues that face our county.

“I would also like to thank all members of the recruitment panel for their time and thoroughness which resulted in the clear decision to recommend Neal’s appointment.”

Having joined Flintshire Council in 2003, Mr Cockerton has held a number of senior positions in the council covering a wide range of frontline services and for the past three years has led the authority’s Housing and Assets Portfolio.

He has a strong track record of operational and strategic leadership and as a member of the Chief Officer team, he has played a significant role in bringing about positive change and modernising the organisation. 

Commenting, Mr Cockerton said:

“I am both honoured and delighted to have been appointed the new Chief Executive of Flintshire County Council.

“It’s a progressive and ambitious council which has a huge amount to offer, I am so proud of the work I have done and will continue to do for the communities of Flintshire.” 

Working with partners locally, regionally and across the whole of Wales, Mr Cockerton has contributed to the success of many innovative and collaborative projects.

This includes the creation of new schools, residential older people’s homes, delivering new build social and affordable housing, the development of the council’s waste strategy and waste processing.

He has also been involved in creative and innovative projects, including supporting the homeless and those living in poverty, delivering Flintshire’s section of the Wales Coast Path and the rationalisation of the council’s property assets the and relocation of services.

Commenting, Mr Everett said:

“Neal’s dedication, drive and commitment, along with his knowledge and experience, has been recognised by his appointment as Flintshire County Council’s new Chief Executive.

“I wish Neal every success in this important role.” 

“I could not be succeeded by a more dedicated public services leader.

“I look forward to working closely with Neal over the next three months, as a handover, before I step down from the role of Chief Executive.”

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