Slough council announces appointment of interim chief executive

Slough Borough Council (SBC) has announced the appointment of its new interim chief executive.

The news of Will Tuckley’s appointment follows the recent announcement by the council that Stephen Brown, who has been chief executive for almost two years, was standing down.

Mr Tuckley was previous the interim chief executive at Brighton and Hove City Council and was chief executive at Tower Hamlets Council from 2015 to 2023.

He was also chief executive at the London Borough of Bexley between 2008 and 2015 and will join SBC on Monday, April 15.

Will said: “I’m looking forward to getting to grips with what must be one of the most important roles in local government at the moment.

“I’m excited to meet and work with commissioners, colleagues, members and partners across the borough once I get started.

“Slough Borough Council faces well documented challenges, and I will commit to providing the leadership required until a permanent appointment is made.”  

Slough council leader Dexter Smith, said: “I am delighted to welcome Will to our council as interim chief executive, and I look forward to working closely with him.

“There remains much to do on our improvement journey, and this appointment is important in ensuring our organisation has the officer leadership we need.” 

Lead commissioner, Gavin Jones, said: “Will brings a wealth of experience and will ensure the focus on the improvement required is maintained while we recruit a permanent chief executive for the council.”