Councillor Alistair Morwood sworn in as Mayor of Chorley

Councillor Alistair Morwood was formally sworn in as Mayor of Chorley at a meeting of Chorley Council last night (13 May).

He, along with his wife Mayoress Jane Morwood take over from outgoing Mayor Gordon France and Mayoress Magaret France as they now retire from their positions.

The new Deputy Mayor will be Councillor Debra Platt and her Consort, Councillor Alan Platt.

Commenting on his appointment as Mayor, Councillor Morwood said:

“As Mayor and Mayoress we are both looking forward to meeting and supporting as many groups as we can. We will take every opportunity to promote Chorley as a great place to live, work, visit and enjoy.

“It is a thriving town, with vibrant villages and beautiful countryside with fantastic history and heritage.”

Councillor Morwood was first elected for the Chorley Northeast Ward in 2014 and still is currently one of three councillors representing the new Ward of Chorley North and Astley.

Last year he became the Chair of the Friends of St Laurence’s Church supporting the church in reaching out to the community and raising funds for a range of projects. This included the partial restoration of the organ. 

In his spare time, the Mayor enjoys ballroom dancing, playing acoustic guitar and reading, mainly history. 

During his tenure the Mayor has opted to support and fundraise for Chorley and District Mencap, Chorley Heritage Centre, Chorley Fairtrade and Chorley Shopmobility.

Councillor Alistair Bradley, Leader of Chorley Council said, " I am delighted to congratulate Alistair on his appointment as the new Mayor of Chorley.

“His dedication and commitment to our community has been exemplary, and I am confident that his Mayorship will be a resounding success.”

If you would like to invite the Mayor to an event that you are organising, please email mayors.secretary@chorley.gov.uk or call 01257 515113.*

You can learn more about the Mayor’s role at www.chorley.gov.uk/mayor  

*at least two weeks' notice required