New Chief Executive appointed to Jersey States

Charlie Parker is currently Chief Executive of Westminster City Council.

A new Chief Executive has been appointed to head Jersey States from early next year.

Charlie Parker is currently Chief Executive of Westminster City Council, where he has worked since 2013.

Mr Parker says he is 'delighted' about the appointment.

Current Chief Executive, John Richardson, who is paid around £210,000 a year, is due to retire in early 2018.