Mayor

Find out about the Mayor of Ipswich, the mayor's charities and the history of the mayoralty.

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The current Mayor of Ipswich

The current Mayor of Ipswich is Councillor Elango Elavalakan (2024 - 2025).

The role of Mayor

Find out what duties are carried out by the Mayor of Ipswich.

Invite the Mayor to your event

Complete our online form to invite the Mayor to your event.

The mayoralty in Ipswich

The history of the mayoralty in Ipswich.

Mayors of Ipswich

An overview of Mayors from 1836 to the present day.

Ipswich's High Steward

The Office of High Steward ranks third in Civic Ceremonies after the Mayor and Honorary Recorder. It is the highest honor the Council can grant and is only given by a few local authorities.

Ipswich's Honorary Recorder

The Honorary Recorder is a ceremonial role with no formal duties or powers but serves as an important link between the council, the people, and the courts.