Wrexham Council have confirmed that Isobel Garner has given formal notice of her intention to leave her post as Chief Executive of the authority.
In a statement, Isobel Garner said:
“I am proud and honoured to have had the opportunity to serve the Council and the County Borough of Wrexham.
“However, the time has come for me to take a career break and refresh myself for a new direction in my career. I have been considering this big personal step and life change for some time. It is now time for others to see the Council’s transformation and collaboration plans through to fruition as I stand aside. My leaving date will be agreed in due course.
“As one of the longest serving Chief Executive’s in Wales, I will be leaving a legacy of a high performing Council; a Council with a strong reputation both regionally and nationally; a sound financial and resource base; a plan for progressive change and reform with a clear sense of priorities and direction; an established and strong management team and a set of trusting and effective local and regional partnerships.
“In the last seven and a half years, I have steered the Council through many challenges and have been a key part of the member and officer team that has achieved so much. I have enjoyed the professional and personal relationships with senior members and officers of the Council and local and regional partner organisations.”
Cllr Aled Roberts, Leader of Wrexham council said:
“I am saddened by this news but appreciate the extended notice Isobel is giving us of her intentions. I know she will continue to focus on the ongoing work and challenges until her departure.
“Isobel has been a strong and successful Chief Executive. She has ensured that the council is open and transparent and has had an extremely positive influence on Wrexham Council’s culture that has continued to drive our performance forward.
“As Council leader I have enjoyed our strong working relationship over the last 5 years. Full Council will now meet in the New Year to determine the process for Isobel’s replacement.”
