The Mayoral robe and chains are always associated with the town's first citizen, but most people do not know the origins of the formal attire.
The Mayoral Robe - is made from the finest quality wool and is trimmed with artificial fur. The sleeves are also trimmed with artificial fur and a band of velvet. The colour of a Mayor's robe is optional but most Mayors wear a red robe.
Mayor's chain
Based on generally accepted custom, the mayoral chain is worn:
- whenever the mayor is conducting a council meeting
- at civic events organised by the borough of South Ribble
- at functions within the borough where the mayor is the guest of an organisation
- whenever royalty is present
- at functions outside the borough if this is agreed in advance with the mayor of the borough where the function is to be held.
The mayor does not wear the chain:
- at neighbourhood forums, working parties, informal meetings and briefings
- at any event not scheduled on the weekly engagement sheet.