The report was formally moved by Councillor Allison and formally seconded by Councillor Alambritis.

RESOLVED:

1.         That a recruitment campaign be commenced for the post of Director of Children, Schools and Families in accordance with Section 6A (1) of the Local Authority Social Services Act 1970 as the current post holder will be leaving by April 2018.

B         That appointment to the post of Director of Children, Schools and Families within the current Merton Director salary range of £121,564.09 to £137,713.09 be approved.  As the Directors’ salaries exceed £100,000 per annum, under the Localism Act approval has to be sought from full Council.