Civic updates, ward news and commentary from Alderman Alex Barr.
Alex was returned as Cordwainer Ward's Alderman for his second term, at a wardmote at St Mary Le Bow church on 9 September 2026. Click 'read more' to see Alex's re-election address.
At the close of the official nomination period for the Cordwainer Ward Aldermanic election, Alex Barr was the only validly nominated candidate. Accordingly, Alex will be returned again for a new six year term as Cordwainer's Alderman at the Wardmote scheduled for 9 September 2026 at 11:30 at St Mary Le Bow Church, Cheapside. Click 'read more' to see the official Statement of Persons Nominated.
Alex surrendered his seals of office at a meeting of the Court of Aldermen on 14 July. Alderman are elected for a period of up to 6 years, and Alex, having won his 2022 election is calling this election now to allow him to focus on delivering a professional plan to support his City Sheriff role in 2027/28 (subject to election at 'Common Hall'). Click 'read more' to see Alex's letter to the Lady Mayor.
Alex was honoured to to be 'clothed' as a Honorary Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers at an Admissions Court for this historic City Livery company, in recognition of services to the City of London. Click 'read more' to see Alex with his supporters and to read a short release.
The Nominations Committee of the Court of Aldermen met to consider the Independent Panel's appraisal and nomination submissions of Aldermen considering higher Office. The Court's position for 2027/28 is to support Alderman Alexander Barr as Aldermanic candidate for the Office of Sheriff. Click 'read more' to see the 2026 progression letter to the City's Livery companies.
The 2025 British Red Cross Guildhall Christmas Market delivered a record £190,000 raised. Backed by strong City support, the two-day event funded emergency response teams, humanitarian aid abroad, and refugee support in the UK. Click 'read more' to see Alex's (the City's Chair for the event) LinkedIn release.
If you live, work or have a business interest in the Ward of Cordwainer and wish to raise a matter with Alex Barr, please get in touch.