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Local Government Act 1993
227Who elects the mayor?
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227 Who elects the mayor?
227 Who elects the mayor?
The mayor of an area is the person elected to the office of mayor by—
(a) the councillors from among their number, unless there is a decision in force under this Division which provides for the election of the mayor by the electors, or
(b) the electors, if such a decision is in force.
Note.
As to the election of the mayor, see also section 282.