Dover Town Council marked the beginning of the new civic year with the annual Mayor Making ceremony, held at the Maison Dieu on 18e mei 2026.
Bij de ceremonie, Cllr Bekah Dawes was appointed as the new burgemeester van Dover, met Cllr Janet Kember appointed as loco-burgemeester.
The Mayor Making ceremony is an important occasion in Dover’s civic calendar, bringing together councillors, guests, community representatives and leaders from local organisations to recognise the role of the Mayor and the continued work of the Town Council in supporting the town.
Na de formele procedure, gasten woonden een receptie bij in het Maison Dieu, providing an opportunity to meet the new Mayor and Deputy Mayor, reflect on the year ahead, and celebrate the partnerships that help support Dover’s community life.
Dover Town Council looks forward to working with Cllr Dawes and Cllr Kember during the 2026/27 civic year.
The Right Worshipful Town Mayor of Dover Cllr. Bekah Dawes and Deputy Mayor Cllr. Janet Kember