New chief to lead East Riding of Yorkshire Council

A new chief executive has been appointed by East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

Paul Bellotti, the authority's current deputy chief executive, will replace Alan Menzies when he retires in November.

The appointment was approved at a full council meeting in Beverley on Wednesday.

Mr Bellotti, also the authority's executive director of communities and environment, said he was "deeply honoured". He has lived in the East Riding of Yorkshire for more than 20 years.

Mr Bellotti said he was looking forward to working with residents, businesses and councillors to "strengthen our connection with the people we serve".

"I'm fully committed to ensuring East Riding continues to thrive," he added.

Council leader Anne Handley said: "Having worked with Paul for a number of years I know he will do a fantastic job."

Councillor Denis Healy, leader of the opposition, added: "Paul was an outstanding candidate, and I fully support his appointment. I have no doubt that he will be an inspirational chief executive, and I wish him well."

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