The Association of County Chief Executives (ACCE) brings together the Chief Executives of over 30 large English upper tier and unitary authorities.
Members of ACCE work to identify common challenges, commission research and share solutions, and discuss key issues with senior Whitehall Civil Servants.
ACCE works closely with a range of partner organisations, including the County Councils Network, Society of County Treasurers and the Society of Local Authority Chief Executives and Senior Managers.
The office-holders of ACCE are currently:
Chair: Rachael Shimmin, Chief Executive, Buckinghamshire Council
Secretary: Richard Flinton, Chief Executive, North Yorkshire Council
Honorary Treasurer: Peter Bungard, Chief Executive, Gloucestershire County Council
Vice Chair: Stephen Moir, Chief Executive, Cambridgeshire County Council