On Air Now

Monday Morning Mix

10:00am - Noon

Now Playing

Ten Years After

Love Like A Man

Rochdale Council Leader Neil Emmott provides update on suspended Chief Exec

Pictured is Cllr Neil Emmott, Leader of Rochdale Council

Leader Neil Emmott confirms suspension of James Binks following allegations linked to his previous role at Manchester City Council.

Rochdale Council’s chief executive, James Binks, has been suspended following recent media coverage relating to a past investigation during his time at Manchester City Council.

In an internal email sent to councillors today, Monday 1 December, council leader Councillor Neil Emmott said he had made the decision in order to uphold the council’s reputation and commitment to high standards.

Councillor Emmott said the reports concerned events that occurred before Mr Binks joined Rochdale Council, but an internal investigation had begun at Manchester City Council after his appointment in Rochdale.

He stated: “In light of these reports and the need to ensure that the reputation of the council is upheld, I have taken the decision to suspend James from work.”

Councillor Emmott reiterated that everyone at Rochdale Council is expected to uphold the organisation’s values, including the chief executive. “We expect the highest standards of behaviour from all members of our staff, and the chief executive of any council has a particular responsibility to set an example,” he said.

He added that further updates would be shared when appropriate.

No further details about the investigation or the nature of the allegations have been made public at this stage. 

Donate to Roch Valley Radio

 

Do you have a story for us? Want to tell us about something happening in our Borough?

Let us know by emailing newsdesk@rochvalleyradio.com

All contact will be treated in confidence.

More from Local News

Comments

Add a comment

Log in to the club or enter your details below.

Donate to Roch Valley Radio

 

Recently Played

Newsletter

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated.

   

Coming up next On Air

  • Monday Morning Mix

    10:00am - Noon

    Join Alan Duckworth with a mix of all genres of music and general chat around book music, scooters and other social interests with a relaxing Smooth 15 minutes after the 11 o’clock news.

  • Lunchtime with Joe

    Noon - 2:00pm

    bringing you a wide mix of music and chat during your lunch break.

  • Music Mix

    2:00pm - 3:00pm

    Roch Valley Radio is with you 24/7 with our great mix of music!

  • Monday Drivetime

    3:00pm - 6:00pm

    with Alexandra and James getting you home on your favourite Drivetime station.

  • Retro City

    6:00pm - 8:00pm

    Steven Cummiskey spends some time in Retro City, where we take you back to the good old days. Playing a variety of music, with some gems and obscurities. We also focus on what happens on this day, with number ones, birthday and TV shows airing.

  • Music Mix

    8:00pm - 10:00pm

    Roch Valley Radio is with you 24/7 with our great mix of music!