Protocol - Written and Verbal - Mayor
The correct title of the Mayor is "The Worshipful The Mayor of Wigan Council, Councillor [name]"
The Mayor at appropriate functions, would usually be seated at the right hand of the chairperson with the Mayoress seated to the immediate left of the Chair.
Beginning of a letter
- Formal - Dear Mr/Madam Mayor
- Social - Dear Mr/Madam Mayor
End of a letter
- Formal - Yours faithfully
- Social - Yours sincerely
Envelope
- Formal and Social - The Worshipful The Mayor of Wigan Council
Ìf desired the name, preceded by Councillor may follow the office, but "The Worshipful" should always be placed before 'The Mayor'.
Verbal address
Presenting the Mayor
- The Worshipful The Mayor of Wigan Council, Councillor [name]
Description on conversation
- The Mayor of Wigan Council
Mayor's Consort/Escort
A lady Mayor's husband or partner is so styled as the Mayor's Consort/Escort, but is addressed by his name.
Protocol - Written and Verbal – Deputy Mayor
Beginning of a letter
- Formal - Dear Mr/Madam Deputy Mayor
- Social - Dear Mr/Madam Deputy Mayor
End of a letter
- Formal Yours faithfully
- Social Yours sincerely
Envelope
- Formal and Social Deputy Mayor of Wigan Council, Councillor [name]
Verbal address
Presenting the Deputy Mayor
- The Deputy Mayor of Wigan Council, Councillor [name]
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