Agenda item

Decisions:

That having had due regard to the integrated impact screening assessment, delegated authority be granted to the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Social Justice –

•   to agree the job description, contractual terms and appointment process for the post of Senior Coroner and to make arrangements to suitably advertise the post;

•      to take all necessary steps to progress the appointment of a Senior Coroner;

•      in consultation with the City and County of Swansea Council and the Chief Coroner’s officer, to establish a panel in order to draw up a short-list, interview applicants and to appoint the successful applicant as the Senior Coroner for Swansea and Neath Port Talbot.

Reason for Decisions:

To ensure the appointment of a Senior Coroner for Swansea and Neath Port Talbot and to meet the legal requirements of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009.

Implementation of Decisions:

The decisions will be implemented after the three day call in period.