Frequently Asked Questions

How is The Mayor Elected

The Mayor is elected by Councillors at their Annual Council Meeting in May. The position is usually held for one year. The Mayor is the Civic and Ceremonial head of the Council.

Who is the Current Mayor

The current Mayor is Councillor Alison Freer-Jones and her partner Mr Andy Jones is her Consort. The Mayoral year runs from the Annual Council meeting on 19 May 2011 until the Annual Council meeting on 9 May 2012.

How do I contact the Mayor

The Mayor undertakes more than 300 engagements each year throughout the Borough of Melton, and occasionally beyond.  The Mayor has an Assistant that looks after the Mayoral diary and arranges the Mayor's engagements.  The Democracy and Involvement Officer – Mrs Kay Lawrance can be contacted on 01664 502314 or mayor@melton.gov.uk

How do I address the Mayor?

By Letter/In Formal Speeches

• Mayor - 'The Worshipful the Mayor of the Borough of Melton - Councillor (and their name)' and his/her partner as  'The Mayoress/Mayor's Consort (or Escort) of the Borough of Melton
• Deputy Mayor - 'The Deputy Mayor of the Borough of Melton - Councillor (and their name)' and his/her partner as 'Deputy Mayoress/Deputy Mayor's Consort or Escort' as appropriate.
• Thereafter they may be addressed as 'Mr Mayor' or ‘Madam Mayor’, 'Mayoress' or 'Mayor's Consort (or Escort)', 'Deputy Mayor' and 'Deputy Mayoress/Deputy Mayor's Consort/Escort' as appropriate.

On Invitations

The Worshipful the Mayor of the Borough of Melton - Councillor (and their name)

How do I invite the Mayor to my event

All invitations to attend events should be made through the Mayor's Office.  Invitations should not be made directly to the Mayor.  The Mayor is constantly in demand and, on average, may attend between 350 - 400 engagements each year.  It is therefore important that, when booking the Mayor, sufficient notice is given.  To invite the mayor to an event you will need to complete a Civic Engagement Booking Form.