Quick Info
| Profession | Politician, Actress, Writer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 09/05/1961 |
| Age | 65 years |
| Birthplace | Batley, Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Tracy Brabin
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority, led by Mayor Tracy Brabin, committed £3.7 million to provide accommodation and targeted support for people with the most complex needs who are sleeping rough across the region. The funding is part of a wider regional strategy to tackle homelessness, backed by £10 million secured through the region's first Integrated Settlement.
Brabin visited Marsden Moor after wildfires damaged the area. The visit highlighted concerns about increasing wildfire risk and the need for restoration efforts in the countryside.
Brabin signed an order with Wrightbus for 193 electric buses for West Yorkshire. The deal was presented as part of the region's transition to cleaner public transport and formed part of her broader transport agenda.
Tracy Brabin announced plans to run for a third term as Mayor of West Yorkshire during a Labour Party conference speech. She said the decision was driven by her commitment to improving transport, including bus reform and progressing a tram system for the region.
Tracy Brabin was re-elected by fellow metro mayors to chair the UK Mayors Group, with East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward elected as Deputy Chair. Brabin had first been elected West Yorkshire Mayor in May 2021 and was re-elected for a second term in May 2024.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | British Labour Co-op politician and former actress who has been the Mayor of West Yorkshire since 10 May 2021. First woman to serve as a metro-mayor. Previously Member of Parliament for Batley and Spen from 2016 to 2021. Re-elected as Mayor in May 2024 and re-elected as Chair of the UK Mayors Group in September 2025. |
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| Political Party | Labour Co-op |
| Current Position | Mayor of West Yorkshire |
| Position Start Date | 10/05/2021 |
| Re-election | 04/05/2024 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'4" (1.63 m) |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| University | Loughborough University |
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| Degree | BA in Drama |
| Graduation Year | 1982 |
| Postgraduate | MA in Screenwriting from London College of Communications |
Personal Life
| Background | Grew up on a council estate, had free school meals, first in family to attend university |
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Relationships & More
| Spouse | Richard Platt |
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| Marriage Date | 07/2005 |
| Children | 2 |
Family
| Spouse | Richard Platt (m. 2005) |
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| Children | 2 |
Career
| Acting |
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| Writing |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played The Queen in Big Finish Bernice Summerfield audio story The Kraken's Lament | |
| 2. Appeared in Sainsbury's supermarket commercials | |
| 3. Won Batley and Spen seat following the murder of Jo Cox in 2016 by-election | |
| 4. Resigned as MP after winning 2021 West Yorkshire mayoral election, triggering by-election won by Kim Leadbeater |
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