Leeds votes ‘no’ to elected mayor

Leeds has returned a 'no' vote in the referendum on whether to switch to a new council system led by an elected mayor.

The total number voting 'no' was 63% (107,910 votes), with 37% voting 'yes' (62,440 votes).

This result means the current leader, executive board and cabinet model will continue to be used in Leeds.

The turnout for the referendum in Leeds was 31%.

To see full details of today’s election results in Leeds, visit www.leeds.gov.uk

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