The Mayor and Deputy perform official duties for the town, supported by the four officers of the Council, including those that volunteer for the council. As well as attandance at the Council meetings, the Mayor and Deputy are involved in a host of events as they take place across the Town and the Community such as the Senior Citizens party, the Remembrance Service, and Christmas Festivities. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor are available to help promote businesses and charities and can be contacted via email: Mayor@malton-tc.gov.uk or mandy.carpenter@malton-tc.gov.uk 

 

Councillor Jason has been elected Mayor of Malton for the 2026–27 civic year at the Annual Meeting of Malton Town Council, with Councillor Mandy Carpenter appointed Deputy Mayor. 

 

Jason said he was deeply honoured to take on the role, reflecting on more than 30 years of family and business life in the town. “Malton has shaped our family’s life. Serving as Mayor is the privilege of my life. Malton has given us so much — it’s right that I now try to give something back.” 

 

Jason returned to university as an adult to study politics and history, later serving four years on Malton Town Council, gaining practical experience of local government and supporting residents and businesses on day to day issues. He said he recognised the need for a change in approach and stepped forward with the support of fellow councillors. 

 

He pledged a more visible and transparent council, with priorities including cleaner streets, stronger collaboration with North Yorkshire Council, support for markets and local businesses, better communication with residents, engagement with younger and older people, and stimulating Malton’s service and nighttime economy. 

 

“The Mayor holds no executive powers. My job is to present residents’ concerns and ideas to councillors, who collectively decide whether to support them. My hope is that I can work with our council toward positive, constructive change.” 

 

Jason said those who know him understand his approach will be thorough. “I understand Malton. My wife and I use the bars and restaurants, the independent shops, the sports and recreation places. I’ve been trapped in the traffic, walked past dirty streets and tired buildings, struggled to park, complained about potholes, and experienced flooding on Castlegate. I’ve seen areas creep into disrepair and decline. Malton life is not abstract to me — I’m in town nearly every day and see opportunities for change everywhere. I make no apologies for wanting to be ambitious as Mayor. I know many residents share these concerns. And for clarity: councillors are volunteers. Many of them are dedicated to the same ideas.” 

 

Jason also reflected on the Latin phrase that appears on Malton’s heraldry: Vetera. Novaque. Tueri. — protecting the old and the new. “That motto captures exactly what I believe the civic role demands. I will bring a commitment to the mayoralty that preserves the rich heritage and culture of Malton, whilst embracing the need for progress and a plan for our shared futures.” 

 

He paid tribute to the people who keep Malton running day to day. “We have a fantastic Clerk and Deputy Clerk, dedicated Town Rangers, and an incredible network of volunteers. They are integral to the change we want to deliver, and I thank them for their hard work and commitment.” 

 

As Malton continues to grow, the Mayor said he sees his role as helping to bring people together — residents, businesses, community groups, and the Fitzwilliam Estate — to ensure the town’s future remains rooted in cooperation. “Malton’s strength has always been its community. If we work together, we can achieve a great deal.” Residents can contact the Mayor at Mayor@malton-tc.gov.uk