The Employment Committee of Lancashire Council approved recommendations on 14 November 2024 and 5 December 2024. On 14 November, the committee approved the job description and person specification for the Director of Adult Social Services role, appointed Helen Coombes as Interim Executive Director of Adult Social Services, and authorised the Director of People to process arrangements. On 5 December, the committee resolved that candidates identified as 'A' and 'B' proceed to the next stage of the Chief Executive application process, and 'C' candidates would not continue.