In the recent West Midlands mayoral election, Labour candidate Richard Parker defeated the incumbent Tory Mayor Andy Street, despite former Prime Minister Boris Johnson's involvement in Street's re-election campaign. Parker's victory speech acknowledged the outgoing mayor's contributions, emphasizing unity despite political differences. The significant win for Labour has spurred calls for a general election, reflecting a broader desire for change across the region.
Congratulations to my friend @RichParkerLab on his election as Labour Mayor for the West Midlands. I Look forward to working together. Thank you to everyone in the region who came out and voted. https://t.co/efoQDzWme1
It is a huge shame that @andy4wm has lost the West Midlands Mayoral election. A transformational civic leader, as Mayor he brought huge levels of investment into the West Mids region.
'I absolutely believe that whilst our politics are different we both have the best interests of the West Midlands at heart' @RichParkerLab pays tribute to outgoing mayor @andy4wm at the beginning of his victory speech Latest updates: https://t.co/NY37BwxIat 📺 Sky 501 https://t.co/KpEmkluwuA
Many congratulations to @RichParkerLab on his stunning victory. I look forward to working with Richard to deliver his ambition for a transport system in the West Midlands that works for local people https://t.co/UIcxXojM5J
🎉 Congratulations to @RichParkerLab for securing an amazing victory! 👏🏾 I’m proud to have been part of this incredible campaign. 🌹 Across the West Midlands, people have voted for change and their message is clear. 🗳️ It’s time for a General Election.
I’m absolutely over the moon for @RichParkerLab .. a thoroughly decent and immensely able guy who will be great for our West Midlands. A great day #VoteLabour https://t.co/HSKbh76Bin
🚨 CO-OPERATIVE GAIN West Midlands Mayor! 🎉 Congratulations @RichParkerLab! https://t.co/ngIM8QKEMb
Brilliant victory for our new Labour Mayor @RichParkerLab . Thank you for all who supported Richard and the team to celebrate this wonderful result. Congratulations 🌹. @UKLabour https://t.co/tTmAnPLHRD
Absolutely huge result. So impressed with @RichParkerLab throughout the campaign. He will be brilliant. @UKLabour now has key leaders in place across the UK. Next let’s give them the partner they need - a Labour Government to restore hope, opportunity and prosperity https://t.co/QDbyqZxRVq
Congratulations @RichParkerLab for running an incredible campaign and securing an amazing victory. The West Midlands has voted for change. https://t.co/mxxnuHbUda
Superb news! @RichParkerLab has won the West Midlands Mayoralty. A fantastic result for @UKLabour & a testament to the hard-work and vision of Richard & his team. Can't wait to get to work transforming our region for the better. Congratulations @RichParkerLab #labourgain https://t.co/iqTLJv7yIf
🤡NN🍌🏴🧱BIGOT➗️🇬🇧: TORY ATTEMPT TO NOBBLE #LocalElections2024 FAILS #WestMidlandsMayor LABOUR PARTY DECLARE RICHARD PARKER HAS DEFEATED PRETENDING NOT TO BE A TORY BUT RELYING ON BORIS JOHNSON TO SUPPORT HIM ANDY STREET @Keir_Starmer BEING SENT TO COVENTRY TO CELEBRATE https://t.co/rwRqZj3RRj
Congratulations @RichParkerLab. An incredible result and significant victory. Right across the country people have voted for change and the message is clear… It’s time for a General Election and a Labour govt to get our country’s future back. https://t.co/ZxkHktJWbG
HUGE NEWS! 💥 @RichParkerLab has been elected as West Midlands mayor - defeating Tory incumbent Andy Street! What a result! 🎉🎉 https://t.co/YMqJAivuU0
🌹Today, we have been campaigning for our exceptional Labour mayoral candidate @RichParkerLab , advocating for change & a brighter future for the West Midlands. Let's unite & make our voices heard at the polls 🗳️. Vote Richard Parker for West Midlands Mayor #RichardParker4Mayor https://t.co/fiM56liTaB
Less than 2 hours to vote. Vote for our incredible Labour mayoral candidate @RichParkerLab. Together, we're championing change & a brighter future for the West Midlands. Let's unite & make our voices heard at the polls 🗳️. Vote Richard Parker for WM Mayor #RichardParker4Mayor https://t.co/TCkly5RNwH
We are out in Edgbaston for @RichParkerLab - Bring your ID and vote for Labour's Richard Parker for West Midlands Mayor today. https://t.co/mrdxie1s2Z
Proud to cast my vote for @RichParkerLab today. Make sure you go out today and vote for @RichParkerLab for West Midlands Mayor too. Andy Street has let the region down and it's time for some real change. https://t.co/fzuwy6opSl
I've just voted for @RichParkerLab for our West Midlands Mayor and @SimonFosterPCC for Police and Crime Commissioner. Vote Labour today for a fresh start for our region. Don't forget your ID! Polls are open until 10pm today. https://t.co/EmJ38JOHIX
.@andy4wm hasn’t stopped delivering for the West Midlands! Please vote for him today! https://t.co/XhqxbxskIj
.@andy4wm has been an incredibly hard working Mayor. Boris is right - forget about Westminster. It’s the West Midlands and Andy’s track record that counts. https://t.co/ejmZySJYvI
🚨 NEW: West Midlands Tory Mayor Andy Street has brought in Boris Johnson to help with his re-election campaign [@SamCoatesSky] https://t.co/Ktkda6UwsD