Louise Rawsthorne

Chief Executive

Lou Rawsthorne headshot 2025

Overview

The Chief Executive is the head of paid service and the most senior officer in the council. 

Key responsibilities

  • Strategic leadership
  • Corporate management
  • Whole-council oversight – leading four executive directors who are responsible for the council’s main departments: climate and environment; communities and housing; major projects; resources.
  • Partnership working
  • Financial stewardship
  • Organisational culture

 

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