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Mayoral Elections Postponed by 2 Years, Sparking Democracy Debate

Mayoral Elections Postponed by 2 Years, Sparking Democracy Debate

Update: 2025-12-04
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Four mayoral elections, originally scheduled for May, are now being postponed by two years until 2028, sparking debate over democracy. This move follows earlier delays of council elections in nine areas. The government cites need for more time to reorganize local authorities, but critics accuse Labour of running scared and subverting democracy. Liberal Democrats and Conservatives condemn the postponements, while the government defends the need for more time to reorganize local authorities.

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Mayoral Elections Postponed by 2 Years, Sparking Democracy Debate

Mayoral Elections Postponed by 2 Years, Sparking Democracy Debate