Jason Stockwood, the Labour candidate aiming to become the mayor of Greater Lincolnshire, is in the throes of relocating to the county, despite his current Cheshire address listed on electoral forms. As Chairman of Grimsby Town FC, Stockwood has faced issues regarding his residency, similar to Reform candidate Andrea Jenkyns who lives in Yorkshire. Born in Grimsby, Stockwood has a long career in the tech sector, building businesses. A Labour representative confirmed, ‘Jason is Grimsby born and bred. After a successful business career, Jason’s work relocated him to Grimsby where he has made significant contributions to the community. He is currently planning a full-time move to Lincoln, with his children set to start school there in September.’ The mayoral election is set for Thursday, May 1, with other candidates including Rob Waltham (Con), Andrea Jenkyns (Ref), Marianne Overton (Ind), Trevor Young (Lib Dem), and Sally Horscroft (Green).
This story was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.lincolnshirelive.co.uk.
