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Mayor of West Midlands

This election will be held on Thursday 2 May 2024.

The Mayor of the West Midlands helps direct the overall strategy of the seven councils which make up the West Midlands Combined Authority. The Mayor has responsibilities in areas including transport, adult skills, infrastructure, housing and business support.

Visit the official West Midlands election website.

Learn more about devolution in the West Midlands from the Institute for Government.

You will have one vote, and can choose from six 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.

Read the official candidate booklet for this election.

Election events

You can meet candidates and question them at events (often known as 'hustings'). Here are some events that are taking place:

(Past event) Thursday 25 April 2024 20:00 : A Mayor for the West Midlands , BBC One
See video or other info from this event.

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