Ian Westley, Chief Executive of Pembrokeshire County Council, announced to staff and members on Wednesday, (December 11) that Kate Evan-Hughes, the Director for Children and Schools, will be leaving the Authority at the end of January, 2020.

She is taking up an appointment as Strategic Director with a local authority in England. 

Interim arrangements have been discussed with the Leader of the Council, David Simpson, and the Cabinet Member for Education and Lifelong Learning, Guy Woodham.

Following Kate’s departure Steven Richards-Downes will act up as Chief Education Officer and James White will undertake the duties of deputy. 

Discussions about permanent arrangements will begin in the New Year.

Mr. Westley said he wished Kate all the very best as she embarks on the next phase of her career.