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What is the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough mayoral election?


Published on 2025-03-31 06:02:08 - BBC
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  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough residents will head to the polls to elect a new mayor. It is a chance for the county's 646,318 registered voters to decide who will oversee decision-making on key issues such as transport and housing.

The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough mayoral election is a significant local election in the UK, set to take place on May 2, 2024. This election will determine the mayor who will lead the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), a body established to foster economic growth, improve transport, and enhance skills and housing in the region. The mayor has substantial powers, including control over a multi-million-pound budget and the ability to influence regional development strategies. Candidates from various political parties, including Labour, Conservative, Liberal Democrats, and Greens, are expected to contest this election, each presenting their vision for the area's future. The mayor's role is pivotal in coordinating efforts across local councils to address regional issues like infrastructure, housing, and economic development, making this election crucial for the future governance and development of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

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