The new chief executive at Liverpool Council is expected to take up his post next week.
It was confirmed in March that Andrew Lewis, current chief executive at Cheshire West and Chester Council, would assume the equivalent position at the Cunard Building. The ECHO understands Mr Lewis will officially take the reins from Monday May 22.
Theresa Grant, interim chief executive, will remain in situ until May 25 to assist with Mr Lewis’ handover. Mr Lewis, 53, has been chief executive in Cheshire since 2018.