Purbrook Park School Governor is the new Mayor of Havant
We are delighted to share that the Vice Chair of Purbrook Park School Governors, Councillor Paul Tansom has been sworn in as the new Mayor of Havant for 2026 -27.
Councillor Paul Tansom, borough councillor for Purbrook ward, says that he is deeply honoured to become the first citizen of the borough.
The Mayor will represent the borough at hundreds of events throughout the Mayoral year and will be supported by Mrs Dawn Tansom as Mayoress.
The Mayor will be attending the Purbrook Park School End of Year Prize Giving Award Evening on Thursday 9th July, which is an opportunity to reward pupils for their recognised hard work and achievements throughout the school year.
The Mayor said: “I am honoured to have the opportunity to serve as the 53rd Mayor of Havant.
"During my time as Mayor I would like to show case as much of the great work that is being done across the borough as I can and recognise the wealth of dedicated volunteers that make this area such a wonderful place to live."
“I am looking forward to meeting many of our incredible and inspirational residents and organisations at the many events I will be attending in my Mayor year.”
The Mayor’s chosen charity for the year ahead are Dementia Friendly Havant Borough and Havant Youth Sail Training Scheme.