Cllr Kevin Mitchell Becomes New Lord Mayor
Cllr Kevin Mitchell has been elected Exeter’s new Lord Mayor. The Lord Mayor is politically neutral during their term of office, represents the city, supports events and raises money for charity.
Kevin has chosen FORCE Cancer Charity as his official charity. He will use his term as Lord Mayor to raise money and support the Exeter-based charity.
Cllr Kevin Mitchell said: “As a Cancer Nurse I know first-hand the amazing support that is offered by Force to individuals and their loved ones following a cancer diagnosis.
“I am really looking forward to building up their profile, whilst championing their work and raising funds for our designated project to refurbish the Oncology Outpatients Department during my Mayoral year.
"Exeter is a tolerant city. Exeter is an increasingly diverse city. Exeter is a growing and thriving city and Exeter is my city, and a place that I've always been proud to call my home.
"So, Semper Fidelis [the city's motto that means 'aways loyal'] and thank you everyone from the bottom of my heart for this great honour and I promise I will not let you down."
Cllr Michael Mitchell said: “I’m sure many will join me in congratulating Kevin on this well-deserved honour. I know he will give the role his all and do a fantastic job as Lord Mayor, as he does representing Duryard and St James."