The new mayor of Richmond was formally appointed last week, wearing a new homemade mayoral badge for the 50th anniversary of the borough.

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Team: Councillor Jean Loveland joins Coun Seymour in post

Councillor Martin Seymour, as well as Councillor Jean Loveland, were welcomed at Richmond's 51st mayor and deputy respectively on May 21 at a ceremony at York House.

Coun Seymour said: "It is a great privilege to be the new mayor of Richmond, made even more so during the borough’s 50th year.

"Richmond is a beautiful borough and this new jewel celebrates both sides of the river."