Chilton Town Council held its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 14th May. Councillor Stuart Sutherland was elected to serve as Mayor of the town for 2024-2025.
Cllr Pearl Malpas, who has been tirelessly serving as Mayor for 2023/2024 has been elected as Deputy Mayor.
After being elected, Cllr Sutherland said: ‘I’m deeply proud to have been given the opportunity to serve as Mayor of Chilton alongside Cllr Malpas as Deputy Mayor. Cllr Malpas has been a friend and unrelenting champion for Chilton over the last 12 months.
‘I look forward to the year ahead and thank you for the support.’
Cllr Malpas who has been fundraising throughout her year as Mayor, presented a cheque for £2,000 to her nominated charity, The Great North Air Ambulance.
Cllr Malpas commented on her time as Mayor and her election to Deputy Mayor saying: ‘It has been a privilege to represent the town of Chilton as mayor. I have enjoyed my time and would like to thank councillors, staff and residents for their support.
‘I look forward to working alongside Cllr Sutherland as his deputy.’
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