The Chairman of BCP Council is the first citizen of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole and shall have precedence in the towns unless a member of the Royal Family, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset or High Sheriff of Dorset is present.
In addition, we also have the:
Roles of the Chairman and Charter Mayors
The following table shows examples of the respective roles of the Chairman of the BCP Council and the Mayors of the Charter Trustees.
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Role ● (Primary responsibility) |
BCP Council Chairman |
Charter Mayors |
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Promoting public involvement in BCP Council affairs and acting as a contact between members of the public and organisations and the Council |
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Maintain the historical and ceremonial traditions of the office of Mayor |
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Promote the town as a place to live and visit |
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Promote the town locally, nationally and internationally |
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Promote, liaise and link with private and voluntary sector organisations |
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Participate in and help initiate activities that enhance the economic, social, cultural and environmental well-being of the town and its residents |
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Act as host to official visitors to the town |
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Attend civic and ceremonial functions and local community-based activities |
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Represent the trust / council at ceremonial events by invitation |
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Promoting chosen charities |
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Other specific functions |
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Citizenship Ceremony on behalf of BCP Council |
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Armed Forces Day |
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Annual Civic Service |
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Remembrance Day |
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Local fetes |
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Regalia talks |
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Centenary birthdays and 60th (golden) wedding anniversaries |
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Community events and open days |
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Christmas carols, parades, lights and nativities |
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Twinning visits |
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