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Mayor of Hackney

This election will be held on Thursday 7 May 2026.

  • All areas in Hackney vote for the council's mayor, in addition to the councillors for their ward. The Mayor of Hackney is elected to lead the council. The Mayor chairs the council cabinet, directs the council's strategy, and sets the council budget.

You will have one vote, and can choose from five candidates.

  • How to vote

    This election uses First-past-the-post.

    Mark an X in the box for your preferred candidate.

    You can mark up to one candidate.

    Read the instructions at the top of your ballot paper carefully.

    For more information, visit The Electoral Commission's website or ask an official at your polling station.

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