Appointments Committee

What is the role of the Appointments Committee?

The role of the Appointments Committee is to appoint executive directors and second-tier officers only.

The committee's full terms of reference and delegated functions can be viewed in the council's constitution.

Which councillors sit on the committee?

Conservative

Councillor Owen (Chair)
Councillor Handley (Vice-Chair)
Relevant Portfolio Holder

Liberal Democrat

Councillor Nolan

Who chairs meetings?

Councillor Owen chairs meetings of the committee.

When are meetings?

The Appointments Committee meets on an ad-hoc basis as and when required.

Are meetings open to the public?

No, due to the confidential material being discussed which must be considered in private. The circumstances under which we can consider matters in private are tightly controlled by law.

Can I record, film, take photographs or use social media during meetings?

No, due to the confidential material being discussed, filming or audio recording of appointments committee meetings is not allowed. For more information please visit the photography, filming and social media use page.

How and when can I view agenda and minutes of meetings?

Agendas

Agendas and reports for the Appointments Committee are placed on public deposit five clear working days before each meeting and can be downloaded by selecting the relevant file below.

Reports containing exempt or confidential matters will not, however, be available.

Minutes

Minutes for Appointments Committee meetings are placed on public deposit no later than five clear working days after each meeting and can be downloaded by selecting the relevant minute below.

Please note: agendas and minutes of meetings prior to those available online may be obtained by contacting the Senior Committee Manager:

Email: jayne.dale@eastriding.gov.uk
Tel: (01482) 393201

East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Democratic Services
County Hall
Cross Street   
Beverley
HU17 9BA