To receive any communications or announcements from the:

Ø  Civic Mayor, including the presentation of long service awards to Councillors and staff;

Ø  Leader of the Council;

Ø  Overview and Scrutiny Co-ordinator; or

Ø  Chief Executive.

The Worshipful The Mayor of Torbay and Director of Corporate Services presented long service certificates to officers.  The following officers received certificates in recognition of their dedication to public service in Torbay:

Susan Clarke;

Lorraine Layne; and

Laura Wright.

The Worshipful The Mayor of Torbay advised that she had opened the Bay of Lights Illumination Trail, which was free and taking place throughout Torquay, Paignton and Brixham in December 2024.  The trail included a new Christmas Market and ‘Torre Abbey: Alive with Light’ projection show, which celebrated 800 years of Christmas traditions at the Abbey.  The Worshipful The Mayor of Torbay also encouraged Members to purchase an LED flower, which was part of the trail, as 50% of the proceeds would be donated to The Worshipful The Mayor of Torbay’s charities.