HE might not sing, he might not wear designer sun glasses and he might not drive a blacked out 4x4, but Christchurch and East Dorset Council's chief executive is a natural for a spot of carpool conversation.

In a new series of videos, chief executive David McIntosh is giving the public a who's who of council staff.

The council's "Carpool Chattyaoke" episodes see council officers go for a spin and discuss their job, what they do in their free time and their favourite part of the area to visit.

In his first two episodes, David is in conversation with communications officer Melanie Baldwin and car parks team leader Peter Clements.

We learn Melanie is a big AFC Bournemouth and Eddie Howe admirer, while Peter has an interest in ancient history, fancying himself as a possible curator at Cairo museum.

The videos, which are all uploaded to the council's YouTube channel, follow the trial of live streaming council meetings.

The new form of communication from the council is an attempt to engage with the public and allow more people to have the opportunity to see council business.

Streaming of meetings has been implemented by a number of councils throughout the country.

Mr McIntosh explained how 'Carpool Chattyaoke' started.

“I received a staff suggestion asking me to take part in Carpool Karaoke, but I definitely didn’t think anybody would want to hear my singing voice. I liked the idea of getting to know people in an informal way," he said.

"We developed Chattyaoke and I hope people continue to enjoy the videos and getting to know our staff.”

Christchurch and East Dorset Council's online presence is picking up pace with 21 subscribers to their YouTube channel.

The most recent council meeting to be streamed online has gained 315 views.

James Corden's latest Carpool Karaoke with international music star Usher has been viewed more than 12 million times. It appears the council has some way to go yet.