About Coventry
Coventry is a city of around 350,000 residents, and sits at the centre of a sub-region serving more than half a million people.
Coventry covers an area of approximately 9,833 hectares and is of a predominantly urban character. The city’s urban form is tightly constrained, being almost entirely bordered by the West Midlands and Warwickshire Green Belts.
To accommodate its growth, Coventry’s boundaries have been changed and extended several times during the last century, with the latest additions happening in 1994.
2.1 Our structure
Coventry City Council provides a wide range of statutory and discretionary services for the people of Coventry, including but not limited to bin collections, maintenance of roads & parks, education, housing, infrastructure development and provision of care services for older people and vulnerable children. Coventry City Council’s One Coventry Plan sets out the Council’s vision and priorities for the city, to ensure that its commitments are delivered, and the city is improved, making it a better place to live and work. Coventry City Council works closely with external partners and contracts with third parties to help deliver its commitments to the local community.
2.2 Leadership
Political Leadership:
- Lord Mayor: The ceremonial head of the council, representing the city at official events. As of June 2024, the Lord Mayor is Mal Mutton
- Leader of the Council: Responsible for the overall strategic direction and policy development. Since May 2016, George Duggins has served as the Leader of the Council
Senior Management:
- Chief Executive: Oversees the council's operations and implementation of policies. In 2023, Julie Nugent was appointed as the Chief Executive.
The senior management team includes various directors responsible for specific service areas, such as:
- Director of Finance: Manages the council's financial planning and budgeting
- Director of Education and Skills: Oversees educational services and initiatives within the city
- Director of Adult Services: Responsible for adult social care and related services
- Director of Public Health: Leads public health strategies and programs
For a detailed and up-to-date overview of the senior leadership structure, including specific roles and responsibilities, please refer to the official Coventry City Council's Senior Leadership Structure document. This structured approach enables Coventry City Council to effectively manage its diverse functions, ensuring that services are delivered efficiently to meet the needs of the community.
