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Cllr Jane Brophy

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Cllr Jane Brophy, Mayor of Trafford. @traffordcouncil.bsky.social For enquiries about events please email: Mayors.Office@trafford.gov.uk Mayor’s charities are: donate.brophys.com

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Thank you to all the Trafford Council staff, officers, councillors and representatives from the armed forces who turned out at Trafford Town Hall for the two-minute silence for Remembrance Day on Tuesday 11th November 11AM. πŸ™β™₯️

We will remember them. 🌺

12.11.2025 08:50 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We attended the Manchester Airport Festival of Remembrance 2025 inside the Corcorde hanger.

It was a moving service with music, videos, cadet drills, hymns and multi-faith prayers for peace. We remembered to always remember those who gave up their lives so we can live freely today.

07.11.2025 18:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Always good on a Tuesday morning to do the British Citizenship Ceremony with people from all over the world. πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

It was wonderful to meet the Deputy Lieutenant Lisa Yam DL.

Thank you to all the staff conducting the ceremony from Trafford Register Office, Sale Town Hall.

04.11.2025 17:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was good to attend the 102nd Anniversary of Turkey Celebration along with other Mayor’s in Greater Manchester! πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡·

Thank you Ambassador FΓΌsun Aramaz, Consul General of the Republic of TΓΌrkiye and H.E. Δ°smail Aramaz for inviting us.

30.10.2025 09:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had an interesting time representing ⁦β€ͺTrafford at the ⁦β€ͺRAF Woodvale Annual Reception meeting Mayors from around the area. We appreciated the sunset ceremony performed by the 611 Sqn Cadet Force. ⁦

26.10.2025 21:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Another beautiful event at the British Citizenship Ceremony with people from all over the world. πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

It was lovely to see the Deputy Lieutenant Karen Wilson again and the staff conducting the ceremony at Trafford Register Office, Sale Town Hall.

24.10.2025 13:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Another beautiful event at the British Citizenship Ceremony with people from all over the world.

It was lovely to see the Deputy Lieutenant Karen Wilson again and the staff conducting the ceremony at Trafford Register Office, Sale Town Hall.

24.10.2025 08:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you Trafford Local Studies for hosting a special Heritage Open Day at Sale Town Hall. We had an interesting time seeing the displays, meeting local artists and hearing fascinating talks.

20.09.2025 21:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lovely to sing our National Anthem and display the British Flag at Sale Town Hall for the British Citizenship Ceremony with many people from all over the world. πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

Thank you to the Mayor’s Office Trafford Council and staff at Trafford Register Office, who always conduct a great ceremony.

11.09.2025 08:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wonderful to meet Saeed Atcha MBE DL again at the British Citizenship Ceremony at Sale Town Hall with many people from all over the world.

Thank you to the staff at Trafford Register Office, Sale Town Hall for conducting a great service.

03.09.2025 21:29 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We were honoured to attend the VJ Day 80th anniversary ceremony and national silence in the sunken garden at Trafford Town Hall.

15.08.2025 21:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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As Mayor and Consort of Trafford we were delighted to be guests at the reopening of ⁦β€ͺManchester United‬⁩ Men’s First Team Building at Carrington. It was such an honour to meet Sir Alex Ferguson and many others. Thank you for the tour of the incredible new facilities for the players!

08.08.2025 21:58 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a super interesting time at the Emergency Services Day at the Trafford Centre. We met some great and inspirational people including Simon Layton and Brooke Trotter.

08.08.2025 16:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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As Mayor of Trafford it’s always an honour to do the British Citizenship Ceremony at Sale Town Hall with people from all over the world. It was lovely to see Eamonn O’Neil OBE DL again, the staff at Trafford Registration Services and the Mayor’s Office at Trafford Council.

05.08.2025 11:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We an amazing time at the String of Hearts Showcase listening to the music and joining in with the singing, clapping and dancing! πŸ’–

We enjoyed creating hearts with stickers and making friends with people!

String of Hearts is a music charity which connects isolated older adults through music.

02.08.2025 07:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a great time and met some truly wonderful people at the Our Sale West Extravaganza - family fun day!

27.07.2025 07:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a really interesting tour with at the Trafford Local Studies & Archive Centre at Waterside House (inc. The Frank Sidebottom Exhibition).

Trafford Local Studies have an incredible amount of fascinating historic material including the original document of 1290 of the Altrincham Charter.

26.07.2025 15:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lovely to do another British Citizenship Ceremony at Sale Town Hall with people from all over the world. Great to work with Karen Wilson DL and all the staff at Trafford Registration Services.

23.07.2025 20:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was lovely to be invited to ⁦β€ͺ⁦β€ͺ‬⁩ Victoria Park Junior School to present the annual VPJS Values Award.

The Award is in memory of Ruth Rogers who worked at the school for 38 years, linked to the school values of Respect, Equality, Aspiration, Responsibility, Love and Courage. ⁦β€ͺ

21.07.2025 23:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A great experience to meet everyone at the Ashton on Mersey School Annual Presentation Evening at Manchester United Football Club.

18.07.2025 22:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good to invited as Mayor of Trafford to met many interesting people at the Networking Reception with the Ambassadors of the EU. The event celebrated the rich European connections of Greater Manchester, a city with a long history of international cooperation and cultural exchange. πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί

15.07.2025 07:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a wonderful evening with the Altrincham Choral Society – β€œMake a Joyful Noise!” Concert at St Mary’s Church, Moss Lane, Sale. We were treated to a selection of choral gems by Rutter, Jenkins, Chilcott, Whitacre featuring Mezzo Soprano soloist Sophie Clarke and more accompanied by piano. 🎢🎢🎢

07.07.2025 22:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honoured to do another British Citizenship Ceremony at Sale Town Hall today with people from China, Germany, Hong Kong , India, Ireland, Pakistan, Philippines, Spain, Sri Lanka, United States and Zimbabwe. These ceremonies are always so rewarding and uplifting.

05.07.2025 12:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was awesome to visit and go behind the scenes to meet the crew at The Brit Fest with the Altrincham Court Leet and Radio Alty, at Ashley Hall, Cheshire.

05.07.2025 07:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was a huge honour as Mayor of Trafford to be part of my second blue plaque unveiling event at Worthington Park, named after Mary Worthington.

Worthington Park in Sale, was first opened to the public 125 years ago. A green space for the benefit of local residents to enjoy.

02.07.2025 07:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Such an honour to attend and speak at the Chinese Education Cultural Community Qipao Competition at RHS Garden Bridgewater along with the Mayor of Salford. Many people were there who give so much voluntary time for this wonderful organisation. The dancing and dresses were truly amazing!

30.06.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you Myerson Solicitors in Altrincham for inviting us to your summer BBQ. We had a lovely time!
@altrinchamfc.bsky.social

30.06.2025 07:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to the Mayor and Mayoress of Stockport, Councillor Kerry Waters and Mrs Wendy Nadin, for inviting us to your Mayor’s Civic Reception at Stockport Town Hall. We had a wonderful time meeting the other Mayors of Greater and really enjoyed the afternoon tea.

27.06.2025 20:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wonderful to meet Debra Green OBE DL. It was such an honoured to do my third British Citizenship Ceremony at Sale Town Hall with people from Australia, China, Egypt, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Jamaica, South Africa and Sudan.

25.06.2025 17:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wonderful to meet some magnificent people who have served our country at Armed Forces Flag raising day at Trafford Town Hall, with the Leader of Council and members of his Team.

24.06.2025 18:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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