Surrey County Council boss Joanna Killian has been appointed as the new chief executive of the Local Government Association (LGA).
LGA chair Cllr Shaun Davies said her ‘experience, skills and insight’ will be a ‘huge asset’ for the organisation.
‘Her local government expertise, networks and knowledge developed in previous high-profile roles – both in councils and the private sector – will be invaluable in ensuring the LGA continues to be a strong and united voice for local government in the debates that matter,’ he said.
‘The LGA’s political group leaders and I are all delighted that Joanna will be joining us soon.’
Joanna Killian commented: ‘I know from my time at Surrey that councils are full of wonderful people, with bright ideas and huge energy, working hard to improve people’s lives. I look forward to working closely with local authorities of all types and political colours in my new role.’
