In 2009, the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act was passed, amending the Local Government Act 1972 to allow district councils to appoint Honorary Aldermen and Honorary Freemen. If you would like to make a nomination, please download, complete and return the application forms below to:
West Lindsey District Council
Guildhall
Marshall’s Yard
Gainsborough
DN21 2NA
Or
email committeadmin@west-lindsey.gov.uk
Information is available on the criteria that will be considered on receipt of an application, and background information on the role and limitations of each title holder is contained within the council report approved 28 January 2013.
- Criteria for Honorary Alderman [pdf / 70Kb]
- Criteria for Honorary Freedom of Entry To [pdf / 70Kb]
- Criteria for Honorary Freeman [pdf / 83Kb]
- Nomination Form - Alderman [pdf / 155Kb]
- Nomination Form - Freedom of Entry [pdf /125 Kb]
- Nomination Form - Freeman [pdf / 124 Kb]
- Role of Honorary Alderman [pdf / 53 Kb]
- Role of Honorary Freedom of the District [pdf / 46 Kb]
- Role of Honorary Freeman [pdf / 43 Kb]