Mark Davies

Chief Executive

Mark began his career in local government with Bolton Metropolitan Council as a building cleaner, where he spent eight years, eventually becoming lead for the service. He moved to Lancaster City Council in 2002 to head the team responsible for services such as cleansing, grounds maintenance, refuse and recycling.

Prior to being appointed Chief Executive, he was the city council’s Director for Communities and the Environment with responsibility for a portfolio that included public realm, housing, leisure and customer services.

Away from work, Mark is a keen cyclist and has previously completed the 170 mile Way of the Roses coast to coast route from Morecambe to Bridlington.

Latest Updates and Events

Robyn Matthews from Corpus Christi High School, Hannah Thurston from Lancashire Careers Hub, and Peter Caney from BAE Systems launch the new games with Corpus Christi pupils

It’s Game On For Dynamic Careers Advice Across Lancashire’s Schools

Lancashire Careers Hub teams up with county’s employers to get students excited about future job opportunities through board games, hi-tech animations and interactive presentations The Lancashire Careers Hub...

Dr Fazal Dad, Lt Gen Tom Copinger-Symes, Kerry Harrison, Lt Cdr Richard Sawyer and students from Blackburn College studying (Hons) Networking and Cyber Security.

Deputy Commander Strategic Command outlines exciting digital and cyber careers future for Lancashire’s students

The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub and Blackburn College welcomed Lieutenant General Tom Copinger-Symes CBE, Deputy Commander Strategic Command, to the town centre campus on Thursday 2 March....

Image of a girl in a black coat with the words 'Bin Limitations', 'A girl AND a future scientist' and the hashtag 'embrace equity in steam'

From March 6th to March 10th, InnovateHer is hosting a daily virtual assembly for schools, as a way to celebrate both STEAM week and International Women’s Day. The...