Chairman of North Tyneside Council
The Chairman of the Council is appointed on an annual basis to undertake Civic roles and responsibilities during their year in office.
Chairman of North Tyneside Council
Councillor Davey Drummond
and Consort, Mrs Julie Drummond
Deputy Chairman
Councillor Pat Oliver
and her Consort, will vary throughout the year
Role of the Chairman
The Chairman:
- oversees business conducted in the Council Chamber
- represents the Council at civic functions in North Tyneside and across Tyne and Wear
Previously referred to as 'Mayor', the position of Chairman was created in 2002 when North Tyneside voted to have an Elected Mayor. The Elected Mayor is the council's political lead.
The Chairman's role is mainly to:
- attend events
- mark openings and special birthdays
Chairman's events
If you would like the Chairman/Deputy Chairman to attend an event, please contact:
Ashleigh Willis
Chairman's Office
Quadrant
Cobalt Business Park
The Silverlink North
North Tyneside
NE27 0BY
Telephone: (0191) 643 5347
Chairman's good causes
Each year, the Chairman chooses to support a charity or charities to raise money for during their year in office. This year, Councillor Davey Drummond has chosen to support two good causes – SPARCS and Benton Cat and Dog Shelter
SPARCS is a fast-growing grassroots community group which offers support to people with autism and families, as well as those with other related conditions.
Benton Cat and Dog Shelter helps thousands of lost, unwanted, neglected, and abandoned animals every year. Reuniting lost animals with their owners and finding loving homes for those no longer wanted.
For more information about how to support the Chairman’s good causes, please contact Ashleigh Willis in the Civic Office on 0191 643 5347.
