In November 2015, John Coughlan became chief executive of Hampshire County Council. The move brought to an end a decade-long stint as director of children's services (DCS).
Do you miss being a DCS?
It's a fantastic job and I miss the role. I loved it and am proud of the work we did together in Hampshire.
But I'm excited about my new role. I'm really enjoying it, but devolution is draining of my time [the 15 councils that make up the Hampshire and Isle of White Partnership have submitted an application to government for regional devolution].
The council has good leadership successor arrangements - Steve Crocker is a fantastic new DCS.
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