Homes England has appointed Eamonn Boylan as interim chief executive.
On Friday, the agency announced that current chief executive Peter Denton would be stepping down in January and current chair Peter Freeman would step down later in the year after the recruitment of a new chair is completed.
Boylan, who has more than 42 years’ experience in public sector roles, will join Homes England on 15 January. He has previously served as deputy chief executive of Manchester City Council, chief executive of Stockport Council and deputy chief executive of the Homes and Communities Agency (a predecessor of Homes England).
Matthew Pennycook, the housing and planning minister, said: “I’m delighted that Eamonn has agreed to take on the role of interim chief executive of Homes England. He has unrivalled experience and a long track record of successful strategic leadership, and I know he will drive the agency to maximise its contribution to boosting housing supply and delivering place-based regeneration and place-making. I very much look forward to working with him from the new year.”
Freeman added: “With a deep experience in public sector leadership, particularly in housing, regeneration and local place-making, Eammon is well positioned to lead Homes England over this interim period as the agency continues to advance the government’s housing priorities. The board and I are confident that under his leadership Homes England will continue to drive meaningful change, creating thriving communities that make a real difference to people’s lives. We look forward to welcoming Eammon in the new year.”
Boylan said: “I am ready to help rise to the challenges ahead and deliver on the government’s goal of delivering 1.5 million new homes during this parliament, while also creating more vibrant, thriving communities. My primary focus will be to build on the strong foundation laid by Peter Denton – strengthening our partnerships, empowering local leaders, and driving the delivery of housing that makes a real difference to lives. I know I’m joining a talented and dedicated team, and together with the wider sector, I am confident we will rise to the challenges ahead.”
