London Mayoral Election Set for May 2028
Voters will choose a new Mayor and London Assembly members using the Supplementary Vote system.
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The next election for the Mayor of London will take place on 4 May 2028. This date will also see Londoners elect members to the London Assembly. The Supplementary Vote system will be used for the Mayoral contest, where voters can indicate a first and second preference. If no candidate secures more than 50% of first-choice votes, the votes for eliminated candidates will be redistributed based on second preferences.
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Several candidates have indicated their intention to stand. Sir James Cleverly MP has announced his bid for the Conservative party, having previously served as an Assembly Member for eight years and held positions as Home Secretary and Foreign Secretary. Reform UK has selected Westminster councillor Laila Cunningham as its candidate. While current Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has not formally declared, he has served for 12 years and may seek another term. Other potential contenders include Brent East MP Dawn Butler for Labour, Westminster councillor Festus Akinbusoye for the Conservatives, and independent candidate Peter Murray, an architectural journalist. No candidates have yet been formally put forward by the Liberal Democrats or the Green Party.
London Assembly Elections
Alongside the Mayoral vote, Londoners will elect 25 members to the London Assembly. Voters will cast two votes: one for a constituency member in their local area, decided by first-past-the-post, and another for London-wide Assembly Members, allocated based on party share of the vote from pre-published lists. Eligibility to vote requires being over 18, registered, and residing in one of London's 33 local authorities. Voter ID will be required at the polling stations.
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Powers of the Mayor of London
The Mayor of London's authority is concentrated in key areas, including transport, policing, and housing. However, all Mayoral initiatives are subject to scrutiny by the London Assembly. The Greater London Authority, comprising the Mayor and Assembly, collaborates with local councils and must adhere to central government directives. Proposals to grant city mayors greater powers over planning decisions and fiscal devolution are currently under consideration.
What Happens Next
Further details regarding candidate platforms and policies are expected to be released as the election approaches. The results of the election are anticipated to be announced on 5 May 2028.
Questions this report answers
+When will the next London Mayoral Election take place?
The next London Mayoral Election is scheduled for Thursday, 4 May 2028. On this day, Londoners will also vote for their representatives on the London Assembly.
+Who are the confirmed candidates for the 2028 Mayoral election?
Sir James Cleverly MP is standing for the Conservative party, and Westminster councillor Laila Cunningham is the candidate for Reform UK. Other parties and independent candidates are expected to announce their contenders.
+How will Londoners vote for the Mayor?
The Supplementary Vote system will be used. Voters will mark a first and second preference for Mayor. If no candidate wins over 50% of first-choice votes, the second preferences will be used to determine the winner.
+What powers does the Mayor of London have?
The Mayor's primary powers are concentrated in transport, policing, and housing. These powers are exercised with scrutiny from the London Assembly and in accordance with central government guidance.
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