Gareth Young

Gareth Young is an accomplished professional in public service and local government management, currently serving as the Independent Chair of the Standards Committee at Spelthorne Borough Council since January 2024. With extensive experience at the Department of Health and Social Care, Gareth has held multiple Programme Director roles, leading significant initiatives including the Social Care Workforce Reform Programme and efforts related to the closure of Public Health England. Previous roles include Deputy Director at the Infrastructure and Projects Authority, Strategic Delivery Advisor at the Cabinet Office, and various leadership positions at the London Borough of Merton and Tower Hamlets. Gareth co-founded the influential We Love Local Government blog and podcast, contributing to discourse on local government issues. Educational qualifications include a Post Graduate Diploma in Local Government Management, a Project Leadership Programme certification, and a First Class BA in History and Politics.