The city of Bath was granted the right to elect a Mayor by Richard the First, back in 1189, and Cllr Michelle O’Doherty is currently the 797th person to hold that role.
The office – now ceremonial – has a long and fascinating history which forms the subject of a talk – at Bath’s Royal literary and Scientific Institution on Tuesday next – by Mayor’s Officer, Anthony Martin.
He’s a man with an in-depth knowledge of the ancient charters and privileges of the city and how the role of the mayor has evolved over time.
For more information and how to book, please see:
https://www.brlsi.org/whatson/the-ancient-office-historic-treasures-of-the-mayor-of-bath
