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Hammersmith and Fulham Council has clarified cost responsibilities for a Mayor's Consort accompanying members on foreign travel.

Hammersmith and Fulham Council's General Purpose Committee approved a new policy for members' foreign travel in September 2026. This policy clarifies who bears the costs when a member is accompanied by a guest, such as a Mayor's Consort, a partner appointed by the Mayor to accompany them on official duties. It requires pre-approval for all expenditure.

The new guidelines, approved by Councillor Alex Sanderson, Councillor Nikos Souslous, and Councillor Jose Afonso, address the previous absence of specific rules for councillors travelling abroad. There are no upcoming meetings currently scheduled to discuss the Mayoress role or related travel policies.

Key facts

  1. Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved a new foreign travel policy on September 16, 2026. Source
  2. The policy clarifies cost responsibilities for a Mayor's Consort accompanying members. Source
  3. The General Purpose Committee approved the new foreign travel guidelines. Source
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