URL: https://moderngov.kingston.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=5427

Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: Members considered the formal ratification of the appointment of a Director of Governance and Law and Monitoring Officer.   It was noted that the Council was legally required to designate certain statutory officer posts, among which is the role of Monitoring Officer under the provisions of Section 5 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The primary role of the Monitoring Officer was to ensure lawfulness and fairness of decision making and contribute to the promotion and maintenance of high standards of conduct through the provision of support to the Audit, Governance and Standards Committee.   The officer was also responsible for the maintenance of the Register of Members’ Interests and the separate Register of Gifts and Hospitality and provided advice on the scope of powers and authority to take decisions, maladministration, financial impropriety, and budget and policy framework issues to all Councillors.   RESOLVED that Victoria Statham be appointed as the Council’s Director of Governance and Law and Monitoring Officer with effect from Monday 5 January 2026.   Voting: Unanimous

Date of Decision: October 14, 2025