All the mayors fighting for their posts on May 2 from Sadiq Khan to Andy StreetMetro mayors in the UK have devolved powers from central government, covering areas such as transport, business support, crime, and health.
The Guardian view on England's metro mayors: local elections that produce national figures | EditorialDevolution in England, with the election of metro mayors, is shifting the political landscape and impacting national politics.
All the mayors fighting for their posts on May 2 from Sadiq Khan to Andy StreetMetro mayors in the UK have devolved powers from central government, covering areas such as transport, business support, crime, and health.
The Guardian view on England's metro mayors: local elections that produce national figures | EditorialDevolution in England, with the election of metro mayors, is shifting the political landscape and impacting national politics.
England local elections: what's up for grabs on 2 May and how do predictions look?Local elections in England on May 2 will impact general election; major parties defending council seats.Experts predict potential landslide defeat for Tories and focus on voter turnout and impact of voter ID rules.
The Guardian view on northern metro mayors: potential gamechangers | EditorialThe rise of metro mayors in northern England brings potential game-changing political implications.Northern England is experiencing a slow-burn political revolution with the establishment of mayoral combined authorities.