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The ‘toughest job in local government' has been filled by a former child protection specialist. Ex-teacher and director of social services, Kevin Crompton, will take over the helm at Haringey LBC as its new chief executive. Currently at Luton Council, and with experience from posts at eight different local authorities, Mr Crompton will be taking on what is widely regarded as one of the most challenging posts in local government. Haringey is still suffering the aftershocks of the Baby Peter tragedy and the national media will be closely monitoring Mr Crompton's progress. Its social services department was taken over on the orders of education secretary, Ed Balls, following the case and a controversial review by Ofsted.Current chief, Ita O'Donovan, reached retirement age in May, but stayed on to try and guide the council through the Baby P fallout. Mr Crompton has a strong background in child protection as a former director of children's services at Solihull. Haringey leader, Claire Kober, said she was confident Mr Crompton had the necessary ‘experience, skills and vision' for the role. ‘We were determined to find an outstanding chief executive to join Haringey and are convinced that Mr Crompton is that person,' she said. ‘He has a fantastic track record and a wealth of experience which he will bring to the job.' Mr Crompton said: ‘I am confident that Haringey has the potential to be an outstanding local authority. I am looking forward to working with everyone at the council to build on the improvements which have been made in recent months, and to make the borough an even better place for everyone who lives and works there.'

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Luton chief takes on 'toughest job' at Haringey LBC

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