Alderman Masojada backed for 2026/27 Lord Mayoralty
Court of Aldermen supports candidate for next year after Alderman Hailes withdraws from consideration.
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Alderman Bronek Masojada has been put forward by the Court of Aldermen to serve as Lord Mayor of the City of London for the 2026/27 term. This decision follows the withdrawal of Alderman Tim Hailes from consideration for the role. The Court of Aldermen confirmed their support for Alderman Masojada, who was previously slated as the candidate for the 2027/28 Mayoralty.
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The election for the City of London's next Lord Mayor will proceed as planned. The election is scheduled to occur at Common Hall on Tuesday 29 September 2026. Following the election, the individual chosen as Lord Mayor elect will be formally admitted into office on 13 November 2026.
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+Who has been put forward for the 2026/27 Lord Mayoralty?
Alderman Bronek Masojada has been selected by the Court of Aldermen to be supported for the 2026/27 Lord Mayoralty. This follows Alderman Tim Hailes withdrawing his name from consideration for the same period.
+When will the election for the next Lord Mayor take place?
The election for the next Lord Mayor is scheduled to be held at Common Hall on Tuesday 29 September 2026. The arrangements for this election will continue as planned.
+When will the new Lord Mayor officially take office?
The Lord Mayor elect will be formally admitted into their official duties on 13 November 2026. This marks the official commencement of their term.
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