The mayor
navigation and tools
quick links
You are here: home | A-to-Z | M | The mayor
The mayor
service description
The mayor's primary duty is to act as the Chair of full Council meetings. This means ensuring that the proceedings are conducted properly and that all shades of opinion are given a hearing, as far as possible.
contact
telephone: (01273) 291225
fax: (01273) 291221
Mayoral Secretary
Town Hall
Bartholomew Square
Brighton
BN1 1JA
fax: (01273) 291221
Mayoral Secretary
Town Hall
Bartholomew Square
Brighton
BN1 1JA
equal access
opening times
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
frequently asked questions
How is the mayor elected?
The mayor is elected by council members (councillors) at their annual meeting in May. The position is held for one year.
Who is the present Mayor and Deputy Mayor?
The current Mayor of Brighton & Hove is Councillor Bill Randall. He was elected by the other councillors at the Annual Council Meeting on 17 May 2012. His term of office is for one year until the next Annual Council Meeting in May 2013
The deputy mayor for the same period is Councillor Anne Meadows.
How do I address the mayor?
The correct form of address is "The right worshipful the Mayor of Brighton & Hove City Council, Councillor Bill Randall."
After formal introductions, the mayor may be addressed as Mister Mayor.