Kent County Council Leader Linden Kemkaran has refreshed her Cabinet to mark nearly one year in office. The reshuffle introduces new appointments and expanded portfolios aimed at strengthening the council’s delivery for residents.
Key Cabinet Appointments
| Member | New Role | Previous Role |
| Paul Webb | Cabinet Member for Integrated Children’s Services | Cabinet Member for Community and Regulatory Services |
| Georgia Foster | Cabinet Member for Communities and Regulatory Services | Deputy Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care |
| Jamie Henderson | Cabinet Member for Environment, Coastal Regeneration and Public Health | Deputy Cabinet Member for Economic Development |
| Chris Hespe | Cabinet Member for Local Government Efficiency & Reorganisation | Cabinet Member for Local Government Efficiency (DOLGE) |
Deputy Cabinet Appointments
Chris Palmer takes on the role of Deputy Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, while Chris Burwash joins as Deputy Cabinet Member for Communities and Regulatory Services. Ben Fryer has been appointed Deputy Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Special Projects. Mark Mulvihill supports the expanded Environment portfolio as Deputy Cabinet Member, and Paul Chamberlain joins to support Local Government Reorganisation and Efficiency.
Leader’s Statement
“Approaching one year in office, I am pleased to announce a refreshed Cabinet that brings new energy while strengthening the team already delivering for Kent. This reshuffle ensures we are in the strongest position to continue our progress for residents across the county.” — Linden Kemkaran, Leader of KCC