The role of the monitoring officer (MO) is one that continues to require a strong focus now more than ever, as local government sees changes in political leadership, the formulation of new political groups and an influx of new or inexperienced elected members.
The term ‘strategic leader' is not often used when referring to an MO within a local authority. For a modern and effective MO this should certainly be a prerequisite and should be recognised throughout the organisation.
