Mayor of Gateshead

Councillor Andrea Graham has recently been voted in as a ward councillor for the Birtley North and Lamesley Ward in the 2026 May election.

She has lived and worked in Gateshead for over 33 years, living with her husband and 3 grown up children.

During her spare time, Andrea likes spending time at her family caravan and walking her 2 dogs, as well as spending time with her family. She is passionate about animal welfare.   

Supported by Councillor Michelle Merrin as her Deputy Mayor, Andrea is very proud and honoured to be the Mayor of Gateshead for the 2026-27 term and has nominated Bryson's Animal Shelter and The People's Kitchen as her two charities to support during her term of office.

Find out about our civic traditions

Former Mayors and Deputy Mayors of the borough from 1974

Former Mayors of Gateshead from 1835 to 1973

Documents

Mayor of Gateshead charity information 2026 (PDF, 179 KB)(opens new window)

Mayor Attendance form (PDF, 139 KB)(opens new window)

Mayor Attendance guidance notes (PDF, 50 KB)(opens new window)