Dame Andrea Jenkyns, representing Reform UK, has become the foremost runner to be Greater Lincolnshire’s inaugural mayor. Six candidates are competing for this vital role, inclusive of representatives from the Conservative, Labour, Green, and Liberal Democrat parties, along with Lincolnshire Independents, intensifying the stakes for the newly established Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority.
According to Oddschecker, Jenkyns is at the forefront, with gambling odds at 8/11 from William Hill and 4/6 from both Ladbrokes and Coral. Her nearest rival is the Conservative contender, Rob Waltham, whose odds range between 11/10 and 6/5. Labour’s Jason Stockwood, Lincolnshire Independent candidate Marianne Overton, and the Liberal Democrat and Green Party contenders are significantly trailing.
Jenkyns has aligned her campaign as a significant ‘disruptor’, critiquing the abundance of ‘yes people’ in politics. However, her campaign could potentially face instability due to a complaint that intimates her primary residence is in Yorkshire, which might make her ineligible for the election. The Reform UK team is optimistic that this ‘vexatious’ complaint will be dismissed, allowing Jenkyns to proceed with her candidacy.
As the election date draws nearer, an online hustings was conducted, however, Jenkyns opted not to participate, kindling increased speculation and debate among the voters.
This report is based on the original coverage by www.lincolnshirelive.co.uk.
