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Mayor of West Yorkshire Combined Authority

This election was held on Thursday 6 May 2021.

7 candidates stood in the West Yorkshire Combined Authority mayoral election.

Read the official candidate booklet for this election.

About this position

The Mayor of West Yorkshire helps direct the overall strategy of the five councils which make up the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The Mayor oversees police in the region, and also has responsibilities in areas including transport, adult education and skills, housing and economic development.

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

Next election

The next election for West Yorkshire Combined Authority mayoral election is due to take place on Thursday 2 May 2024.

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