Councillor Barbara Parry officially assumed the role of Borough Mayor of Swindon during the Annual Council Meeting held on Friday, 19th May at the Swindon Civic Offices.
In a traditional ceremony witnessed by esteemed guests, including the Deputy Lieutenant of Wiltshire, Shirley Ludford, and the High Sheriff of Wiltshire, Pradeep Bhardwa, as well as fellow councillors, the retiring Borough Mayor, Councillor Abdul Amin, gracefully passed on the mantle of leadership by handing over his chains of office to Councillor Parry.
The event marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Swindon, as Councillor Parry embarked on her journey as the new Borough Mayor, ready to serve the community with dedication and passion.
Labour Group Leader, Councillor Jim Robbins, was also elected by fellow councillors at the Annual Council meeting and duly appointed his first Cabinet.
