The Chair of Lewes District

The Chair and Vice-Chair of Lewes District Council are elected by the council annually. The Chair's role is non-political, similar to that of a mayor in other councils. The Chair works to promote the District as a whole, acting as the First Citizen of the District of Lewes

The Chair of Lewes District Council:

Councillor Ian Alexander, who represents Lewes Bridge, is the current Chair of Lewes District Council.

Vice-chair of Lewes District Council:

Councillor Lesley Boniface who represents Newhaven South, is the current Vice-chair of Lewes District Council.