Appointments Committee

What is the role of the Appointments Committee?

The role of the Appointments Committee is to appoint 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 x 3

• Councillor Parnaby, OBE (Chair)
• Councillor Owen (Vice Chair)
• The Relevant Portfolio Holder

Labour x 1

• Councillor O'Neil

Who chairs meetings?

Meetings of the Appointments Committee are chaired by Councillor Parnaby, OBE.

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?

Agenda

Agenda 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 agenda 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, Jayne Dale:

Email: jayne.dale@eastriding.gov.uk

Telephone: (01482) 393201

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

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