Read our resources for groups and individuals to find out more about the election and what a Mayor means for you.
Over the coming months we will be uploading resources here for groups and individuals to use to find out more about the election and what a Mayor means for you.
If you are a community group or representative group and you would like more information on how you can get involved, please contact Selina.Dewis@westyorks-ca.gov.uk
On 6 May 2021, residents of West Yorkshire will be able to vote for the first ever Mayor of West Yorkshire. Through partnership we are determined to unleash our region’s full potential and in doing so raise living standards for our communities while making a full contribution to the UK economy.
The deal sets out the new powers, funding and responsibilities which will be transferred from central Government to West Yorkshire. Read the full details.
The Mayor will have a number of specific powers. Find out what they are and how they fit with partner councils and the LEP (Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership).