A new Ceremonial Mayor of Salford has been presented with the chains of office.
Councillor Robin Garrido was appointed new Ceremonial Mayor of the City of Salford for the Municipal Year 2026/27 at the full Council meeting on 27 May.
In accepting the role, Councillor Garrido announced the three chosen charities he would be supporting: The Survivor Project, Salford City FC Foundation and Community Chest.
Speaking about his appointment, Councillor Garrido said: “It is an honour and a privilege to serve as Ceremonial Mayor of Salford.
“This city has given me so much throughout my life, and I am incredibly proud to serve its people.
“Over the coming year, I look forward to working closely with communities across Salford and supporting charities that make a real and lasting difference to people’s lives across the city.”
At the official presentation, Councillor John Merry was confirmed as the Deputy Ceremonial Mayor of the City of Salford for the Municipal Year 2026/27.
Councillor Garrido has taken over from Councillor Heather Fletcher, who raised £35,000 for charity during her first year in office.
He will be assisted in his role by Mayoress Mrs Karen Garrido.
Born in Oxford, Councillor Garrido moved to Manchester in 1952, where he was educated at Ryder Brow Secondary Modern School in Gorton. After leaving school, he worked alongside his father as an engineer before retraining as an estate agent.
After nearly two decades in the property sector, he joined Greater Manchester Police as a civilian employee, where he played a key role as Economic Development Manager and supported charitable initiatives.
With a long-standing record of public service, Councillor Garrido was first elected to Salford City Council in 1975, representing the then Linnyshaw and Central ward.
He later served the Boothstown and Ellenbrook ward from 2004 until boundary changes in 2023, and now represents Worsley and Westwood Park.
Outside of his civic duties, Councillor Garrido enjoys Formula One motor racing and playing chess.
