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Mayor of York and North Yorkshire

This election will be held on Thursday 2 May 2024.

The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is a new position, and will help direct the overall strategy of the two councils which make up the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. The Mayor will have responsibilities in transport, skills, planning and regeneration. They will also take over the powers previously held by the North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner.

Learn more about devolution in York and North Yorkshire 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) Wednesday 10 April 2024 10:00 : BBC Mayoral Candidates Debate
See video or other info from this event.

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