Things you need to know when the Mayor attends an event
On arrival
There should be a reserved parking space for the Mayor and someone to greet the Mayor on arrival. When the Mayor’s party arrives, the party should be introduced to the host. The host should accompany the Mayor throughout the visit.
Addressing the Mayor
The Mayor will attend your event as the First Citizen of the Borough and not as a representative of the Council. The Mayor should addressed as either:
- Mr Mayor
- Madam Mayor
The wife of the Mayor (where applicable) should be addressed as Madam Mayoress. The Deputy Mayor should be addressed as either:
- Mr Deputy Mayor
- Madam Deputy Mayor
The Mayor or Deputy Mayor's escort should simply be referred to by their name.
Seating
If you have formal seating arrangements, the Mayor should sit on the immediate right of the host or chairperson. However, if a member of the Royal Family or the Queen's Representative is present, they will have precedence over the Mayor.
If the Mayor is attending a church service, the Mayor (and the Mayor’s party) should be taken to the front pew on the right-hand side (facing the front of the Church) of the centre aisle. However, if it is a Funeral service the Mayor should take the front pew on the left-hand side to allow family mourners to sit on the right.
Speeches
If you would like the Mayor to speak at your event you must let the Council know beforehand.
Dietary requirements
There are no dietary requirements for the Mayor or Mayoress.
Deputy Mayor
If the Deputy Mayor or a representative attends in the Mayor's place, the above protocols still apply.