Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea

Councillor Janet Evans, elected as Mayor of @RBKC for 2026/27.
Mayoral Charity, The Kensington + Chelsea Foundation

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

🎉We have a new Mayor in town! Cllr Janet Evans has been elected as the Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea for 2026/27 at this evening’s Annual Council meeting, succeeding outgoing Mayor Tom Bennett.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

It has been an amazing first few months as Mayor of Kensington & Chelsea. I have loved meeting so many wonderful residents, and supporting community organisations across the Borough.

Thank you for letting me a part of your special events. Take a look at what I've been up to:

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Happy Emergency Services Day! 🚨It was my pleasure to be joined this morning by a number of 999 heroes who serve in Kensington and Chelsea, and to take a moment to honour their lifesaving efforts by raising the flag from the Town Hall.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Ahead of #ArmedForcesDay, I was honoured to be joined by members of our Armed Forces and veterans to raise the @ArmedForcesDay flag at Kensington Town Hall.

We, in Kensington and Chelsea, are proud of our strong links to the Armed Forces.

Thank you for your service.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

On #WindrushDay, we celebrate the huge contribution the Windrush Generation and their descendants have made to life in our borough.

I joined members of the local community to celebrate their stories, recognise their contributions and honour their enduring legacies!

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

The Mayor has chosen The Kensington + Chelsea Foundation as the mayoral charity for the year. For more information and to make a donation, visit: https://t.co/5zHCCX5LcW.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

🎉We have a new Mayor in town! Cllr Janet Evans has been elected as the Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea for 2026/27 at this evening’s Annual Council meeting, succeeding outgoing Mayor Tom Bennett.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Also appointed were Ms Cordelia Evans as Mayoress, Mr Gerard Hargreaves as the Mayor’s Consort and Revd Prebendary Jenny Welsh, Vicar of St Mary The Boltons, as the Mayoral Chaplain.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim residents in RBKC and beyond.

May this Eid bring peace, happiness and prosperity to you and your loved ones.

#EidMubarak

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Many congratulations to these community champions and thank you for your outstanding contribution to local life in @RBKC.

Find out more about the winners in this story here: https://t.co/Be2Vs6o86h

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

The spirit of civic pride and community service was on full display last night as I hosted a special ceremony to celebrate the winners of the 2026 Mayor's Awards.

I was honoured to present 8 winners with their certificates in recognition of their exceptional community service.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

To celebrate #CommonwealthDay, the Commonwealth flag is flying at Kensington Town Hall!

Happy Commonwealth Day 🎉 to everyone celebrating in @RBKC and across the globe! 🌎

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Honoured to attend and participate in the opening of the CHUMS Centre on the Henry Dickens Estate.

Congratulations to Jill Brown and CHUMS on the opening of the centre and thank you for the incredible work you do to support lone and vulnerable residents in the community.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Last Friday, the Mayoress and I had the pleasure of officially opening House of Flavaz - a wonderful new Caribbean restaurant and venue in North Kensington. It is always great to see new businesses opening in the borough, especially when they serve such delicious food! ☺️

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

What an evening! It was my honour to attend the Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster Regional Final of Jack Petchey’s Speak Out Challenge and witness the tremendous talent of the next generation.

Thanks to @SpeakersTrust for creating a valuable opportunity for young people.

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

🚨 Just one week to go before nominations close for the Mayor's Awards!

Nominate an individual, group or organisation that has made an outstanding contribution to local life.

For the nomination guidance and form, email [email protected].

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Delighted to attend and read at the Christmas Carol Service at @StPhilipsW8 last Sunday.

Thank you to Reverend Philippa Turner for a beautiful service and the choir for most enjoyable music.

Photo credit: Sue Foll Photography

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

Nominations close at 5pm on Monday 19 January 2026!

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

🚨 Nominations for the Mayor's Awards 2026 are open and I want to hear from you about the inspiring individuals and dedicated organisations that go above and beyond to serve @RBKC's residents.

For the nomination form and guidance, email [email protected].

[Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea @RBKCMayor]

🏆 Nominations for the Mayor's Awards 2026 are open!

📣 Nominate an individual, group or organisation that has made a significant difference to the lives of @RBKC residents!

For the guidance and nomination form, please email [email protected].