The mayoral election in Lewisham will take place on 7 May 2026, alongside the council election. Eight candidates are running, including representatives from Labour, Conservative, and independent parties. Lewisham has had a directly elected mayor since 2002, with Labour winning every election. The current mayor, Damien Egan, resigned in 2024, leading to Brenda Dacres winning a by-election. Unlike ceremonial mayors, elected mayors have significant powers, controlling local services and appointing a cabinet. The voting system has changed to first-past-the-post since the last election.
"Lewisham has had a directly elected mayor since 2002. Labour has won every election so far. In 2022, Damien Egan was elected in the first round with 58.05% of the vote."
"The mayor is the political leader of the council and they appoint a cabinet made up of elected councillors who are given specific portfolios such as finance, community safety and children's services."
"Mayors are elected on their own manifesto and may be a member of a political party or an independent candidate. The vote for the mayor and the council are held at the same time."
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