Councillors Collection

The Bridge - Bridge of Allan, Scotland
The Bridge - Bridge of Allan - a town in the Stirling council area in Scotland, just north of the city of Stirling. The town lies on the Allan Water, a northern tributary of the River Forth

The first meeting of the Milner Holland Committee, which is to inquire into the housing situation in Greater London, took place at the Ministry of Housing and Local Government, Whitehall

Illuminated address given by the members of the City Council in gratitude for Councillor
At a meeting of the Council of the said City held at the Council Chamber in the Town Hall on Monday 9th November 1908 it was unanimously resolved that the best thanks of this Council

King Alfred (849-99) submitting his laws to the Witan, illustration from
IL251877 King Alfred (849-99) submitting his laws to the Witan, illustration from Lives of Great Men Told by Great Men, edited by Richard Wilson, c.1920s (colour litho) by Bridges

Garibaldi in England: presentation of the freedom of the City of London...at Guildhall, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Garibaldi in England: presentation of the freedom of the City of London...at Guildhall, 1864. View of '...the interior of the Council Chamber at Guildhall

King Edward VII at a privy council meeting at Buckingham Palace, London, 19th century (engraving)
3039855 King Edward VII at a privy council meeting at Buckingham Palace, London, 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Banquet at San Sebastian, 1900
3481009 Banquet at San Sebastian, 1900; (add.info.: Banquet at San Sebastian. Nationalist Paris city councillors celebrating their victory in municipal elections by paying a visit to Paul Deroulede)

The County Council in it's New Home at Spring Gardens, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The County Council in it's New Home at Spring Gardens, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Banquet given by the Mayor of Southampton to the Lord Mayor and Sheriffs of London, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Banquet given by the Mayor of Southampton to the Lord Mayor and Sheriffs of London, 1850. Dinner given by Richard Andrews, Mayor of Southampton in Hampshire

German pole axe and halberd from the late 15th century. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889

An imposing entrance. Members of the Liverpool council and corporation officials plus members of the public, photographed entering Gerard Gardens during a visit organised by the Liverpool housing

Queen Maria II of Portugal and her Cabinet Councillors
Queen Maria II of Portugal (reigned 1826-1828 and 1834-1853) and her Cabinet Councillors Date: mid-19th century

London County Council meeting, the central representative governing authority. Photograph taken during Dr. Collins's term as Chairman. Date: 1901

The Judgement of Cambyses (oil on panel)
490280 The Judgement of Cambyses (oil on panel) by Claeissins or Claeissens, Anthuenis (Antoon) (1536-1613); 110.5x122.8 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges

The new Paris municipal council (colour litho)
2807789 The new Paris municipal council (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new Paris city council. Members of the newly elected nationalist majority)

Imperial Federation in Australia-The recent meeting in Melbourne of Reresentatives of the various Creator: Unknown
Imperial Federation in Australia-The recent meeting in Melbourne of Reresentatives of the various Colonies, 1890. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

Council of Thirty (1545-47), called by Pope Paul III. First period (coloured engraving)
IND388251 Council of Thirty (1545-47), called by Pope Paul III. First period (coloured engraving) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Concilio de Trento (1545-47)

Voting at the London County Council; Lord Roseberry counting the show of hands... 1890. Creator: Unknown
Voting at the London County Council; Lord Roseberry counting the show of hands--The " Ayes" have it, 1890

A Session Of The New City Council Of Milan (colour litho)
2798279 A Session Of The New City Council Of Milan (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Session Of The New City Council Of Milan)

Banquet at San Sebastian (colour litho)
2807783 Banquet at San Sebastian (colour litho) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Banquet at San Sebastian)

The Councillors dissolving the Augustine Order of Monks in Zurich (engraving)
2791080 The Councillors dissolving the Augustine Order of Monks in Zurich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Maharajah Scindiah of Gwalior and his Councillors (engraving)
1046529 The Maharajah Scindiah of Gwalior and his Councillors (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Maharajah Scindiah of Gwalior and his Councillors)

Mary of Burgundy entreating the Sheriffs of Ghent to pardon her Councillors (engraving)
1613484 Mary of Burgundy entreating the Sheriffs of Ghent to pardon her Councillors (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord Mayor, Aldermen and liveryman, from a description of England written during
STC347544 Lord Mayor, Aldermen and liveryman, from a description of England written during Elizabeth Is reign (colour litho) by Heere

Organigramme showing the organization of government in France in the 16th century
488564 Organigramme showing the organization of government in France in the 16th century, 1579 (woodcut) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Charles the Bold seated on his Throne and attended by his Barons and Councillors, c
KW441342 Charles the Bold seated on his Throne and attended by his Barons and Councillors, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Henry VII with Empson & Dudley, engraved by Worthington
STC429682 Henry VII with Empson & Dudley, engraved by Worthington, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R

Articles of Union being presented to Queen Anne, 1706, illustration from
STC373542 Articles of Union being presented to Queen Anne, 1706, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Huck

Calvin addressing the Council for the last time, illustration from
621428 Calvin addressing the Council for the last time, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Titus Oates before the Privy Council, illustration from Cassell
STC393243 Titus Oates before the Privy Council, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Hannibal in the Assembly in Carthage (litho)
STC416046 Hannibal in the Assembly in Carthage (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hannibal (248-183 BC)

Kirkstall Bridge Reconstruction, opened by Alderman F. M. Lupton, J. P
LMG403292 Kirkstall Bridge Reconstruction, opened by Alderman F. M. Lupton, J.P. June 28th 1912 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Seal of the Town of Saint Omer depicting the aldermen (wax)
ARH174629 Seal of the Town of Saint Omer depicting the aldermen (wax) by French School, (13th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris

Conference of 18th August, 1604, from James I and VI
997126 Conference of 18th August, 1604, from James I and VI, printed by Manzi Joyant & Co. Paris, 1904 (collotype) by Gheeraerts, Marcus

Henry VII with Empson and Dudley, engraved by A. H. Payne (litho)
475437 Henry VII with Empson and Dudley, engraved by A.H. Payne (litho) by Smirke, Robert (1752-1845) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry VII (1457-1509)

Benjamin Franklin Appearing before the Privy Council (oil on canvas)
HEH372260 Benjamin Franklin Appearing before the Privy Council (oil on canvas) by Schussele, Christian (c.1824-79); 146.1x216.5 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino

The Privy Council of a King, pub. 1815 (hand coloured engraving)
5902932 The Privy Council of a King, pub. 1815 (hand coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand VII)

A Privy Council at Sea, Councillors arriving alongside His Majestys Yacht "Victoria
1601456 A Privy Council at Sea, Councillors arriving alongside His Majestys Yacht " Victoria and Albert" at Cowes on 26 July (litho) by Forestier

The Mayor and leading council members join with veterans and members of the public in Albert Park. Middlesbrough At the Yorkshire Regiment war memorial

Councillor Jim Hudson, pictured in the shadow of the Irlam Steel works. 23rd June 1972

Perm any 12 from 22 - "Worse than doing the pools"
Perm any 12 from 22 - " Worse than doing the pools" was the comment from a voter in Haltemprice where electors have up to 12 votes and a choice of 22 candidates. 15th June 1973

Denis O Neill (left) section engineer for contractors McAlpine, shows members of borough council around the Hill Street Centre development, Middlesbrough, 7th October 1981

Mayor of Middlesbrough, Councillor Reg Thompson with councillors outside the Town Hall. 1st April 1968

Sir Frederick Stamp, Chairman of the LM+S Railway shakes hands with Mr Fred Davis the Engine Driver of the last steam train journey from Birmingham Park. 15th March 1938

The first meeting of Bootle Borough Council was held last night in the new coCouncil Chamber. Pictured is the scene at the commencement of business with the Mayor of Bootle (Alderman Simon Mahon)

Derek Hatton looks on as he is imprisoned in his council office by members of the Black Caucus along with Tony Mulhearn and Sam Bond

Kirklees Mayor and Mayoress Councillor and Mrs Colin Walker give a tour of the town hall to pupils from Longley School. 8th January 1986

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"Councillors: The Backbone of Local Governance" In the picturesque town of Bridge of Allan, Scotland, councillors gather at The Bridge for a crucial meeting. Their mission? To establish the Milner Holland Committee, tasked with delving into housing matters and ensuring better living conditions for their community. Over a century ago, in 1908, Councillor and Mrs Marsh were honored by an illuminated address from the City Council. This heartfelt gesture expressed gratitude for their dedicated service as Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress throughout the previous year. Such recognition highlights the tireless efforts put forth by councillors to improve society. Reflecting on history, we find ourselves transported back to King Alfred's time when he submitted his laws to the Witan council. This illustration reminds us that councils have long played pivotal roles in shaping legislation and governance. Councils transcend borders too. Queen Maria II of Portugal sought counsel from her trusted Cabinet Councillors who aided her in making important decisions for her kingdom. Demonstrating that councils are not confined to one region or era but serve as advisors across nations. Across the English Channel, London County Council convened during Dr. Collins's term as Chairman in 1901. This photograph captures a momentous occasion where representatives came together to govern centrally – showcasing how councils act as unifying forces within larger governing bodies. Stepping further back in time, we encounter German pole axes and halberds from the late 15th century. These weapons symbolize both strength and protection – qualities often associated with councillors who strive to safeguard their communities' interests. Fast forward to Sheffield City Council's Labour Group gathering at Town Hall in 1926; these councillors exemplify collective action towards social progress amidst challenging times. Alderman William Henry Brittain was honored upon his retirement with an illuminated testimonial in 1921 - a testament to his invaluable contributions over years of service. It serves as a reminder that councillors leave lasting legacies through their dedication and commitment.