Past Lord Mayors

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Hi All

This is a bit of a random one. I had a meeting with my Chief Executive today, and she asked me why we call Councillors, who were once Lord Mayors - Past Lord Mayors instead of reverting back to Cllr…

This is something that has always been done, so couldnt really give her an answer other than its a sign of respect of the position they once held. Do any other authorities do the same?

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That sounds like a bit of a mouthful and I have never heard of it being used elsewhere. Surely they are just councillors and should be addressed as such?

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We just refer back to Cllr once no longer Mayor.

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Same as Ruth for us here in Hartlepool. Even when they sadly pass they are referred to as former Councillor not Mayor. Hope this helps.

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Ours just go back to been addressed as Cllr