Lord Mayor of Coventry - Print version

Cllr Rachel Lancaster has represented Holbrook Ward since first elected in 2007.

She grew up in the ward, going to John Shelton and President Kennedy schools, She is the second female in her family to serve as a Councillor in Coventry.

Cllr Lancaster has served in many roles during her time on the Council, including holding the portfolio of Cabinet Member for Public Services, Charing Scrutiny Boards and as Chair and Deputy Chair of Licensing Committee.

Her children, daughter Meridith and son Lawrie, will share the role of Lord Mayor’s Consort.

She said:

“The city of Coventry and the Council that serves it have always been such important parts of my life.

“We have created a remarkable city by working together as a community, and in my year I will celebrate that work and the people and organisations that make it possible.

“I feel extremely proud that I have been given the opportunity to serve Coventry in this way, and I’m looking forward to meeting some of the many people out there who help to make it home.”

The Lord Mayor has chosen the Heart of England Community Foundation as her charity for the year, focusing on community organisations and women’s charities.

Deputy Lord Mayor of Coventry

Cllr Roger Bailey has been named as the Deputy Lord Mayor of the City of Coventry.

Cllr Roger Bailey has represented Cheylesmore Ward since 2014 and has been a councillor for 15 years in total.

He grew up in Coventry and went to Woodlands School and later Henley College.

Cllr Bailey has served on the Planning Committee for 15 years and has served in many Shadow Cabinet roles and has also been a director of the Belgrade Theatre

His background is in IT and he has also worked in the tourism industry as a professional Blue Badge Tourist Guide for The Heart of England for many years. 

He said: “I love my city and its amazing heritage, making it a unique place in this country.

“I am proud I have been given the opportunity to serve Coventry, and, with the Deputy Lady Mayoress, look forward to meeting some of the many people and groups that make up the Coventry community.”

Lord Mayor's charities

The Lord Mayor’s chosen charity is Heart of England Community Foundation

How to make a donation

Via the Council's online payments system

Donate using our online payment system [/donate]. Please make sure you select 'Council and democracy' and then 'Lord Mayor Charity donations 25/26' from the drop-down list.

Cheque

You can donate to the Lord Mayor's charity by sending a cheque payable to 'Coventry City Council' to The Lord Mayor's Office, Council House, Earl Street, Coventry CV1 5RR.