May 1st 2024.
The race for Mayor of London is heating up as the 2024 election is set to take place tomorrow. With the deadline for nominations having passed in March, the three main contenders for the capital's top office have been identified as Sadiq Khan, Susan Hall, and a count in a bin. It may sound like an unusual lineup, but it's all part of the excitement and drama of the political arena.
Right-wing agitator Laurence Fox had intended to join the race after his unsuccessful attempt in the previous election where he received only 1.9% of the vote and lost his £10,000 deposit. However, his nomination forms were riddled with errors and he missed the deadline to fix them, resulting in him being unable to stand for Mayor.
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Aside from the mayoral election in London, there will also be ten other mayoral elections across the country, as well as elections for 37 police and crime commissioners in England and Wales. All the latest news can be found in our local election live blog.
Now, let's take a closer look at the candidates for Mayor of London and their chances of winning. Incumbent Mayor Sadiq Khan, who has been in office since 2016, is seeking an unprecedented third term. He was re-elected in a postponed contest in 2021, and no one else has managed to hold onto the top job in London for more than two terms. Khan's closest opponent is currently polling more than 20% below him, with half of voters indicating they would vote for him despite controversies over knife crime and the expansion of ultra low emission zones. Khan has promised to prioritize council housebuilding, provide free school meals, freeze transport fares, and improve air quality if re-elected.
Next up is Susan Hall, former beauty salon owner and leader of the Conservative Party at the London Assembly. Despite her campaign promise to oppose the expansion of the ultra low emission zone, which has received criticism for causing traffic jams and delays, Hall's chances of winning have been written off by some, including former Chancellor George Osborne. She is also focused on tackling crime and building affordable housing if elected.
Finally, we have Zoë Garbett, the first Green councillor for Dalston. Garbett is hoping to capitalize on the success of Sian Berry, who secured 8% of the vote for the Green Party in the last election. Her campaign focuses on supporting small venues and the creative and nightlife industries, which have been struggling in London due to high rent costs and licensing issues. She is one of the few candidates not looking to scrap or roll back Khan's ULEZ policy. With odds of 150/1, Garbett may be a long shot, but she is determined to give a voice to those who feel unheard in the "best city in the world."
The race for Mayor of London is heating up as the 2024 election approaches tomorrow. Three main contenders have emerged: incumbent Sadiq Khan, Conservative candidate Susan Hall, and a little-known count who resides in a bin.
The nomination deadline for the election was in March, and tensions have been high as candidates work to secure their place on the ballot. Right-wing agitator Laurence Fox, who received only 1.9% of the vote and lost his deposit in the previous election, attempted to run again but was unable to fix several errors on his nomination forms before the deadline. He has since blamed "political corruption" for his inability to run.
As for the election itself, it will take place on May 2, the same day as thousands of council seats in England will also be contested. If you're feeling a bit out of the loop when it comes to politics, Metro has you covered with their new newsletter, Alright, Gov? Sign up to receive regular updates, exclusive interviews, and easy-to-understand breakdowns of how current events will impact you.
In addition to the London mayoral election, there will be ten other mayoral elections outside of the capital, as well as elections for 37 police and crime commissioners across England and Wales. Stay updated on all the latest news with Metro's local election live blog.
Let's take a closer look at the three main candidates vying for the position of Mayor of London. First up is Sadiq Khan, the current mayor seeking an unprecedented third term in office. He was first elected in 2016 and re-elected in a postponed contest in 2021. No one else has been able to hold onto the position for more than two terms, making his potential re-election a historic feat. Despite facing criticism for issues such as knife crime and the expansion of ultra-low emission zones, Khan remains the frontrunner in the polls, with half of voters indicating they would vote for him. He has promised to prioritize council housebuilding, free school meals, and cleaner air if re-elected.
Next is Susan Hall, the Conservative candidate and former beauty salon owner. She has served as a member of the London Assembly since 2017 and spent four years as leader of the Tory group. Despite her campaign focusing on opposition to the ultra-low emission zone, which has faced backlash from some areas for causing traffic congestion, she has fallen behind in the polls. She promises to address issues such as crime and affordable housing if elected.
The final candidate to watch is Zoë Garbett, the Green Party candidate and first Green councillor for Dalston. Her campaign focuses on supporting small venues and addressing issues faced by those who do not feel heard in London, such as the declining nightlife and rising rent prices. She hopes to build on the success of the Green Party in the previous election, where they received 8% of the vote.
As the election draws near, all eyes are on these three candidates as they race towards the finish line in the battle for Mayor of London. Only time will tell who will come out on top and lead the capital for the next term.
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