Let’s be real: it’s way too early to guess. But we can speculate wildly, because that’s half the fun. Will Sadiq Khan go for a fourth term? He’s already got three under his belt—why stop now?
Or will Labour throw in a fresh face? Meanwhile, the Tories are probably scrambling for a unicorn candidate—someone who can actually win in a city that’s as red as a double-decker bus. Good luck with that.
The Lib Dems? They’ll run someone with a nice smile and a policy on potholes. The Greens will promise to plant a tree in every garden. And let’s not forget the independent candidates—the ones who think running London is like running a sandwich shop.
The Big Issues (They’re Not Going Away)
Housing. The Tube strikes. Air quality. And the eternal question: why does my rent cost more than a medieval castle? Whoever wins in 2028 will have to deal with all of this, plus a mayor’s salary that barely covers the cost of a Zone 1 Pret a Manger.
Then there’s the ULEZ debate—a saga that will probably outlive us all. Expect the 2028 candidates to promise free unicorn rides to fix traffic. It’s London, after all.
And don’t forget the Thames. It’s getting smellier every year. Someone will promise a solution involving industrial-strength Febreze. I’m here for it.
Reform UK names Laila Cunningham as 2028 London mayoral candidate - BBC