Party politics should have no influence on the post of mayor - but the successful candidate should be someone from Yorkshire - YEP letters
I read the YEP article “ Tory mayor can level up region” with some trepidation as once again politics would seem to take preference over what is best for the county.
If the county is to move forward in all aspects beneficial to the community then the right person has to be in the right position.
Party politics should have no influence on the post of Mayor, what should be of priority is the prospective candidate’s determination to give the area what it needs.
A truly independent Yorkshireman with a belief and that determination, not necessarily having political expertise, but the acumen and ability to succeed in bringing prosperity to Yorkshire, should be the ideal prospect. Being independent they would need the support of Yorkshire folk who believe in Yorkshire and not party politics.
Being independent they would most likely have problems dealing with some politicians but if they have a considerable majority vote then the politicians would have to deal with them in such a way so as not to upset the people who usually vote for them.
They will not be professional politicians which the major parties will opt for as candidates but will the folk of West Yorkshire see that as an advantage or disadvantage?
Personally I would prefer a truly independent Tyke with the necessary skills to a professional politician basically because I feel I could trust them more. In the meantime we have to rely on our local councils and quangos such as the WYCA.
Does anyone else feel the same?