You can now sign up for the 2024 garden waste service. We charge £40 per year for up to 23 fortnightly garden waste collections, between the end of January/early February to mid-December, regardless of when you sign up, so why not sign up early! You can now choose to pay by direct debit or debit/credit card. Find out more.

Chief executive and leadership team

Chief executive

As chief executive and head of the paid service, Simon Fletcher leads the organisation and translates councillors' aspirations into practical solutions and delivery.

Simon works with Councillor Doug Pullen, leader of the council and the members of cabinet.

Simon heads up our leadership team which leads and shapes the organisation, in line with the council's ambitions, as set out in our strategic plan.

Email Simon Fletcher, chief executive.