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Applications now open for Wyre’s next Youth Mayor

14th of April, 2026

Wyre Council is inviting young people across the borough to apply for the role of Youth Mayor for 2026/27.

 

Created jointly by Wyre Council and Lancashire County Council, the Youth Mayor role gives young people a platform to share their views, highlight the issues that matter to them, and influence local decision‑making. The position is open to anyone aged 13 to 17 who lives in Wyre or attends a school or college within the borough.

 

The Youth Mayor plays a key role in representing young people and contributing to civic life. They are accountable to young people in Wyre, Wyre District Youth Council, and Wyre Borough Council.

Among their duties, the Youth Mayor will:

 

  • Represent and advocate for the interests of young people in Wyre
  • Act as a communication link between young people and the council
  • Work with the Wyre Borough Lead Member for Children and Young People and council officers to ensure young people’s needs are identified and supported
  • Promote tolerance, inclusion and community cohesion
  • Serve as a civic and ceremonial figurehead for young people at appropriate events
  • Attend regular meetings of the Wyre Youth Council

 

Furthermore, during their year in office, the Youth Mayor is invited to attend a number of occasions alongside the Mayor for Wyre, providing valuable opportunities to contribute a youth perspective to relevant projects and initiatives.

Cllr Andrea Kay, Lead Member for Children and Young People commented,

 

“The Youth Mayor provides a fantastic opportunity to get involved in local events and be the voice of young people in Wyre. The role helps ensure that young people’s views are heard and that they have a real influence on the decisions that affect them.”

 

Young people interested in standing for Youth Mayor should complete and submit the application form by Thursday 23 April 2026. To find out more please visit -  www.wyre.gov.uk/mayor-wyre-2/youth-mayor-1

Interviews will take place on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 4:30pm.

 

For queries about the role or the application process, please call 01253 887240.