Chairman of MVDC

On 19 May 2026, Councillor Simon Budd was elected as Chairman of the Council for the municipal year 2026-2027.

The Chairman of Mole Valley District Council is a civic role and is similar to a Mayor in that the Chairman is the first representative of the district.

The Vice-Chairman of the Council for 2026-2027 is Councillor Hazel Watson.

The role is ceremonial and the Chairman has no decision-making powers unlike the role of an elected Mayor, which exists in some parts of the UK.

If you are planning an event and would like the Chairman to attend, please send an invitation (via Pippbrook) or contact the Civic Support Staff.