Frequently Asked Questions
HOW TO ADDRESS THE MAYOR AND DEPUTY MAYOR
In conversation, The Mayor is addressed as “Madam Mayor” and the Deputy Mayor as “Deputy Mayor”.
During an engagement if the Mayor is to be announced this should be as follows:
The Worshipful the Mayor of Sandwell, Councillor Syeda Khatun MBE. (and Mayoress, Mrs Syeda Hasna).
The Deputy Mayor of Sandwell, Councillor Steve Melia. (and Deputy Mayoress, Mrs Valerie Thacker).
Correspondence should be addressed to:
The Worshipful the Mayor of Sandwell, Syeda Khatun MBE.
The Deputy Mayor of Sandwell, Councillor Steve Melia.
PRECEDENCE
The Mayor is the first citizen of the borough and has precedence in all places in the Borough having regard to His Majesty’s royal prerogative. If present, the only persons the Mayor yields precedence to are members of the Royal Family and the Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands.
If the Mayor is expected to speak at an event, they are the first person to speak after the initial introduction by the host.
For formal occasions, which may include sit-down meals, please contact civic staff who will advise on seating arrangements. Please be advised, the Mayor is first to be served.
Mayoral Attendant
The Mayor/Deputy Mayor will be accompanied by a Mayoral attendant/driver. If refreshments are available, it would be appreciated if these could be offered to the attendant also (not including alcoholic drinks).
However, please do not be offended if refreshments are declined by any members of the Mayoral party.