CIP�s Head leaves to pursue an alternative career

Chief Executive, John Rice, has decided quit his role to pursue his professional career in another direction

The departure comes after his �careful consideration of personal objectives balanced against the corporate direction of the CIP Group of companies�.

Jason Setford-Smith, Head of Corporate Development & Communications of CIP said �Whilst disappointed, the Board of Trustees respect John's decision and would like to formally thank him for his various achievements with CIP and recognise his contribution to the establishment and ongoing growth and development of the Group.�

CIP was set up by Hounslow Council as a partner to be responsible for a range of activities in the borough including leisure services and parks maintenance.

The news come just one week after CIP dismissed claims reportedly made by a local union that there would be further redundancies after Hounslow Homes failed to renew their contract and awarding it to a private firm. The firm has recently attracted criticism for its maintenance of local cemetaries.

May 14, 2003

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