Julian Caddy is to step down as chief executive officer of the Brighton Fringe Festival, which showcases arts and performances annually in the city.

He is leaving after 12 years in the role in June, following the end of this year’s event.

During his time in post the arts and performance charity has handed out more than 300 bursaries and awards and developed its Fringe Academy, education programme.

He is leaving the charity sector to join North Yorkshire Council as director of the Scarborough Fair event.

“It feels surreal to be leaving after so long though and it is still sinking in,” said Caddy.

“The Fringe has come to be part of my identity and I have lived and breathed it over the past decade or more. Whilst it has not been without its challenges, it has been a huge privilege to be able to work for an organisation and festival which touches so many people’s lives.

“Providing a platform and voice for everyone is more important than ever and I am pleased that Brighton Fringe has been there to support artists and venues, especially over the past three years.

“In leaving, I look forward to seeing what the next person will do to take things even further and I am so grateful to the brilliant staff team and Board, who go above and beyond to make things happen.

"Finally, and most importantly, I would like to thank all the participants, venues, partners, funders, sponsors, volunteers, friends, reviewers, photographers and of course the audiences for making Brighton Fringe what it is. I will miss it.”

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