Decision details

That the Executive:

a)      Noted the completed sequence of events that are contractually required to appoint a Non-Executive Director of the Northamptonshire Children’s Trust Ltd;

b)      Noted and takes into account in its decision-making, the response from the Secretary of State;

c)      Agreed the nomination for appointment of Joshua Coleman as the representative for North Northamptonshire Council as Non-Executive Director of Northamptonshire Children’s Trust Ltd

Reasons for Recommendations:

·       The recommendations in this report are presented to Executive following a full and thorough recruitment and selection process. The selected candidate is considered the most suitable candidate for the position based on his experience.

·       The composition of the board of the Trust requires that there are four NEDs on the Board of the Trust, two of which are nominated by North Northamptonshire Council and two by West Northamptonshire Council; the recommendations support compliance with this requirement on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council.

Alternative Options Considered: The role of the Board of the Trust is critical in supporting it to achieve its objectives for the benefit of the residents of North Northamptonshire. For the Board to be most effective it is important that all of its positions are filled. It is not recommended that the Council should decide not to appoint to the vacant NED member of the Board.