Some 39 councils experienced a change in DCS post-holder, which equates to just over a quarter of all LAs and is 10 fewer than the year before.
Across these 39 LAs, there were 51 changes in the DCS postholder, with short-term interim posts being appointed prior to a permanent employment.
The year to 31 March 2025 saw 18 new people being appointed on a permanent basis to the role of the DCS for the first time.
The update draws on figures from the association’s membership year and continues data gathering launched on the statutory DCS role since the association was established in 2007.
The update is also a record of the number of directors who hold both statutory roles of DCS and director of adult social services, referred to as ‘twin hat’.
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