The Mayor

Each year, the council elects a councillor to serve as Mayor for twelve months.

The Mayor is the borough's civic and ceremonial head for a year and during that time acts as chair of full council meetings.

The Mayor represents Waltham Forest at public, civic and ceremonial events. The Mayor's role extends to include events and organisations that support the community. The Mayor also entertains guests in the Mayor's parlour for both formal and informal events.

Together with the Queen's representative, the deputy lieutenant, the Mayor receives members of the royal family and VIPs during official visits to the area.

In 2022 to 2023, the Mayor will fundraise for the Whipps Cross Hospital Breast Clinic and Solace Women's Aid.

You can make a donation using the button below:

When donating, please tell us which cause you would like your money to go to, or if you are happy for it to be shared by both charities.

The Mayor is eager to support appropriate public events, so to invite her, please complete and return:

• Attend in person protocol form (Word) 
• Participate virtually protocol form (Word)