The Mayor of Nuneaton and Bedworth is elected by their fellow councillors at the Annual Meeting of the Borough Council and Mayor Making Ceremony held in May of each year. The position is held for one year. The Mayor is normally a councillor of long standing or one who has made a significant contribution to the Borough.
The Mayor's main function is to act as Chair of full council meetings, and as chair, ensures that proceedings are conducted in a fair and proper manner. The Mayor is also First Citizen of the Borough for their year in office representing the Council at public functions and at social, civic and ceremonial events, both in the borough and further afield.
The Mayor also acts as an ambassador for the community, acting as a figurehead for local appeals and events. Each year the Mayor of Nuneaton and Bedworth pledges their support to a charity (or charities) of their choice. All monies raised at special events held during the year are donated to the Mayor's Appeal. The Mayor for the Mayoral Year 2011-2012 is Councillor Neil Phillips, the Mayoress is Caroline Taylor.
If you would like more information or further details of the Mayor's Appeal 2011/2012, or if you would like to make a donation, please contact :
Civic Office Team
024 7637 6227
Please make cheques payable to: The Mayor's Appeal 2011/12





