Mayor of South Yorkshire

This election will be held on Thursday 2 May 2024.

The Mayor of South Yorkshire helps direct the overall strategy of the four councils which make up the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority. Working with the leaders of the four councils, the Mayor has responsibilities in areas such as transport, housing and planning.

Visit the official South Yorkshire election website.

learn more about devolution in South Yorkshire from the Institute for Government.

This election has been called following the transfer of powers from the Police and Crime Commissioner to the Mayor. Learn more.

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.