PRESS RELEASE : John Henderson appointed as Independent Member to the Committee on Standards in Public Life [February 2024]

The press release issued by the Cabinet Office on 26 February 2024.

New member for the independent advisory public body that advises on arrangements for upholding ethical standards of conduct across public life in England.

Today (26 February 2024), John Henderson begins his appointment as an Independent Member of the Committee on Standards in Public Life (CSPL).

John was the Chief Executive of Staffordshire County Council for over eight years, during which time he worked to improve the delivery of public services for the county’s residents.

Prior to this, he served for 33 years in the British Army, starting as a mechanical engineer on Chieftain tanks, and finishing as the General Officer Commanding British Forces Germany. During his time in the Army he led soldiers on operations in Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan.

CSPL is an independent advisory non-departmental public body that advises the Prime Minister on arrangements for upholding ethical standards of conduct across public life.

The Committee conducts broad inquiries, collecting evidence to assess institutions, policies and practices and makes recommendations to the Prime Minister where appropriate.

The Committee promotes The Seven Principles of Public Life, which outline the ethical standards those working in the public sector are expected to adhere to.

This appointment was made by the Prime Minister, and follows a recent open campaign for the vacancy, which has a five year term.