Demand climate and nature action from regional mayors

England's regional mayors have significant powers in their areas. As directly elected leaders of combined authorities, they can deliver local action on climate and nature. What's more, the government is intending to give them more responsibilities and resources, as well as create more regional mayors across the country.

But most aren’t using their powers and resources as effectively as they should. That's why we're campaigning for more ambitious action from regional mayors. 

What are regional mayors?

Regional mayors are directly elected leaders of combined authorities, which are made up of neighbouring local authorities. They can cover both city regions and rural areas. There are currently 13 regional mayors, plus the Mayor of London. 

Learn more about what regional mayors are, their origin and why they're important for climate and nature.

Where are England's combined authorities?

There are currently 13 combined authorities, plus the Greater London Authority. In 2026, new regional mayors will be elected in 6 regions. And there'll likely be more mayors created in 2027.

Use the map below to see where existing and future combined authorities are and who's mayor of each. Click on the circles to bring up an area's details and zoom in by scrolling.

How can you influence your mayor?

Regional mayors are required to lead on a whole range of policy areas and strategies. That means there are plenty of opportunities to influence their work on climate and nature – from Local Growth Plans to Spatial Development Strategies. 

Learn about the issues around which your group could campaign and how to influence mayoral strategies. 

Ask your mayor to back the Big Climate Plan

We need local leaders to act for people and planet. That’s why we’re calling on England's regional mayors to back a national Big Climate Plan that meets the UK’s climate targets and empowers local leaders to take action. Ask your mayor to sign our pledge today.