Hartlepool council chief executive Gill Alexander to stand down later this year

Gill Alexander, who has been Chief Executive of the council for the last five years, will step down later this year.

During her time in charge, Ms Alexander has overseen a number of major initiatives and multi-million investment to improve the town including regeneration of Seaton Carew, Church Street and Church Square.

She has also helped to secure over £55 million which is due to deliver new leisure facilities, a film and TV studio, improved cultural venues and a visitor attraction of national significance in partnership with the National Museum of the Royal Navy.

Ms Alexander said: “Hartlepool is a remarkable borough with a great team working across council services.

“It has been a huge privilege and honour to serve as the council’s chief executive during these landmark years in the borough’s history.

“I would like to thank the staff team, elected members and council partners for the way they have worked together to shape an exciting future for the Borough of Hartlepool.”

Ms Alexander has worked in the public sector for over 40 years, most of which in the North East.

During her time as chief executive of Hartlepool Borough Council she has also been credited with delivering major improvements to services resulting in all services being rated good and outstanding.

The local authority has also won a number of national awards for innovation during her time at the helm.

Council Leader Councillor Shane Moore, paid tribute to Ms Alexander saying: “It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Gill over the past four years.

“Her passion for public service and the genuine love of her adopted town of Hartlepool has always been on display.

“I would like to thank Gill for all she has done during her time with Hartlepool Borough Council and wish her the very best in her next adventure.”

A process for replacing Ms Alexander will be discussed by the council’s Appointments Panel on Friday, March 13, after a succession plan was approved by the Finance and Policy Committee on Monday, March 9.