Council chief to retire
The chief executive of Walsall Council has announced he will retire later this year.
Paul Sheehan is due to retire towards the end of the year after working in local government for over 41 years, nine of which has been spent in Walsall.
The Chief Executive announced his retirement to Walsall Council employees on Tuesday afternoon and informed key partners on Wednesday morning.
He has overseen one of the most troubling times for Local Government and steps down at a time when the authority needs to make £86 million in savings over the next four years.
Mr Sheehan said: “I am proud to have been a local government officer for over 41 years; the final 9 years here with in Walsall.
"I have chosen the timing of this decision to enable a smooth handover towards the end of this year.
“It has been an honour to be the chief executive of Walsall Council, to serve the people of Walsall and to work with so many talented and committed councillors, staff and partners.
"A lot has been achieved over the past few years and many challenges lie ahead.
"I remain committed to working for the Council until my retirement later in the year.
