Town Serjeant
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The Town Serjeant (alternative spelling Town Sergeant) is the Serjeant-at-Arms for English borough councils. The position dates to the 16th Century and its functions included macebearer, bailiff, and gaoler.
Today the position is largely ceremonial, without law-enforcement responsibility.
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