Conservative Councillor Henry Michallat is set to become the city’s new Lord Mayor when his nomination is formally endorsed at the Annual General Meeting of the Full Council on Tuesday, 13th May 2025.
Henry was first elected for the Stoke Bishop Ward in 2021, aged 23, and has represented the seat since that time. He has also been his Group’s lead on youth and social issues as well as Member on the Children & Young People Policy Committee.
Born in Bristol, Henry has lived in the north of the city all of his life with long-established family ties to the area since the 1920s. He is a valuer and auctioneer by profession and has a keen interest in local history, customs and traditions.
Together with his partner, Joshua, who has graciously agreed to be his consort for the year ahead, they will bring a friendly, sensitive, and refreshingly modern approach to their respective roles.
Now 27 years old, he will be one of (if not) the youngest to ever hold this honorific post.
And as is customary, Cllr Michallat intends to dedicate his term as first citizen to championing the cause of improving the life chances of children with dyslexia. He will also take time to promote the art, culture and history of Bristol.
Cllr Michallat said: “Firstly, I would like to thank my colleagues for putting my name forward for this preeminent civic role.
“The Lord Mayoralty is an historic position for which I have enormous respect and will do my upmost to maintain the high standards, responsibilities and obligations that is expected of it.
“I must also thank the current Lord Mayor Andrew Varney for his generosity in sharing valuable time and advice during this busy transition period.
“Following in the footsteps of so many able previous holders of this prestigious title is bound to be a little daunting but, with the help of my partner and experienced Council officers, I am very much looking forward to the challenge.
“As the Office demands, it is my intention to represent all Bristolians in a non-partisan way, highlight our city’s rich cultural heritage, and use any opportunities afforded to me to promote greater support in tackling childhood dyslexia. A cause which is very close to my heart.”
