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West Yorkshire Combined Authority Chief Executive Announces Departure After Decade of…
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What happened
Ben Still, the chief executive of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, announced he will leave his post in early November after a decade of service. Mr Still will move to Thames Freeport. During his tenure, he helped establish the organization as a leading Mayoral Strategic Authority and oversaw major infrastructure projects, including new bus and railway stations.
Why it matters
The leadership change occurs as the Combined Authority manages £1.2 billion in annual regional investment. The organization is currently responsible for key regional initiatives, including the rollout of franchised services under the Weaver Network.
The Mayor of West Yorkshire is leading transit plans for the region.
Who's involved
- Tracy BrabinMayor of West Yorkshire, praising the outgoing chief executive.
- West YorkshireThe region whose strategic initiatives are managed by the Combined Authority.
- West Yorkshire Combined AuthorityThe local government body responsible for regional governance and economic initiatives.
- Ben StillOutgoing chief executive of the Combined Authority.
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The entities involved
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Tracy Brabin
British politician and actress (born 1961)
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West Yorkshire
metropolitan and ceremonial county in England, UK
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West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Local government institution in West Yorkshire, England