Dover District Council Photo: SCOPIX
Councillor Susan Beer has been elected as the new Chair of Dover District Council, succeeding the outgoing chair at the Council’s annual meeting held on May 21, 2025. Cllr Beer was chosen by her fellow councillors to take on the prestigious role.
In addition, Councillor David Cronk was elected as the Vice-Chairman for the third consecutive year!
Cllr Susan Beer and Cllr David Cronk Photo courtesy: Dover District Council
As Chair, Cllr Beer will preside over meetings of the full Council and serve as the civic head of the district. Her duties will include hosting civic events, welcoming official visitors, representing Dover at ceremonial occasions, and attending numerous events on behalf of the Council.
The Chair of Dover District Council holds the esteemed title of the First Citizen within the district, taking precedence over all others with the exception of royalty and the Lord Lieutenant of Kent.
Cllr Susan Beer said:
“It is a great honour to be elected Chair of the Council and to be able to represent the district in the civic year ahead. I look forward to serving as Chair and to visiting local charities, voluntary organisations and associations and supporting the many groups that play such a vital role in our communities.”
For more information, please see the Chairman’s page on the DDC website at www.dover.gov.uk/chairman