Local Honours

Honorary Freemen, Freewomen, Aldermen & Alderwomen of Glastonbury

Prior to the Local Government act 1974 and the creation of Mendip District Council, the old Borough Council could create Aldermen. This ancient title, dating back to Saxon times, allowed experienced Councillors of merit to remain on the Council without having to stand for election. It was both an honour bestowed and a benefit to the town to retain their experience. At local Government Regeneration the post of Alderman ended being deemed as undemocratic. Alderwomen and Aldermen can still be appointed by the Council as an honorary position for former Councillors, for example John Brunsdon becoming the first modern Alderman in 2019.

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ian-tucker

Ian Tucker

Honoury Freeman
Janice White Freewoman of Glastonbury

Janice White

Honoury Freewoman
John Coles

John Coles

Alderman

John Keery

Alderman

Mary Parker

Honoury Freewoman
Michael Eavis Freeman of Glastonbury

Sir Michael Eavis CBE

Honoury Freeman
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