Lord Mayor of Coventry

Cllr Mutton has represented the residents of Radford Ward since she was first elected to the Council in 2008.

Over those years, she has held a number of positions at the Council, the most recent being Cabinet Member for Adult Services.

Cllr Mutton previously held the role of Lady Mayoress in 1997/98 when her late husband, John was Lord Mayor. She has two sons, nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She said “Coventry is an amazing city and taking up the Chains of Office is a great honour.

“From our city’s cultural life and events like the Godiva Festival, to our heritage and history and how we are adopting new technologies to shape an exciting future for Coventry and its people, there is so much to shout about.

“I want to help inspire others to play a role in our diverse, supportive and vibrant communities; to join our work for peace and reconciliation here at home and overseas; and to be a part of the way we are creating a greener, more environmentally-friendly city.”

Cllr Mutton also wants to use her year in office to celebrate the caring side of the city and those who do so much for others, and has named the Carers Trust Heart of England and St Giles Trust as her two chosen charities.

Cllr Mutton will be supported in her role by her sister Margaret who will be Lady Mayoress.