Adrian Loades, Interim Chief Executive, announces retirement plans

Adrian Loades, Redbridge Council's Interim Chief Executive and Corporate Director of People, has announced his retirement plans.

Adrian, who will retire in January 2025, has held significant roles at Redbridge Council. Since joining the Council in 2016, he has overseen Children's Social Care, Adult Social Care, Education and Public Health. He became a Director of Children's Services in 2010 and a Director of Adult Social Services in 2012. 

Earlier this year, under Adrian's leadership, Redbridge Council was one of three local authorities that achieved an 'Outstanding' grade across every criterion within the Ofsted Inspecting Local Authority Children's Services (ILACS) inspection framework. 

In response to his decision to retire, Adrian said: "The roles I've held at Redbridge Council have been rewarding, and despite their challenges, I've enjoyed them enormously. My primary focus has always been making Redbridge a safe and great place to live, and I'm proud of our progress in this direction."

“I want to stress that this is very much my decision and one I haven't made lightly. I have had the privilege of working with some great colleagues both within the Council and externally, as well as councillors and local people who have had a singular focus on making Redbridge a safe and great place to live."  

The Leader of Redbridge Council, Cllr Kam Rai, praised Adrian's significant contributions and highlighted his achievements: "Adrian is one of the most accomplished Corporate Directors I've had the privilege to work with.

"Adrian has done a tremendous job during his time in Redbridge. He has played an instrumental role in making our Children's Services one of the best in the country whilst also ensuring that compassionate, excellent adult social care is provided to some of our most vulnerable neighbours.

"His decision to step into the breach of the interim Chief Executive position last year is a testament to his unwavering commitment to public service. He really exemplifies all the essential qualities you need from a great senior leader. I wish Adrian the very best for his well-earned retirement."

Redbridge Council is currently recruiting for a permanent Chief Executive.