London Mayoral Election Results: Sadiq Khan Wins Third Term with 61.2% of the Vote

Sadiq Khan, representing the Labor Party, won the mayoral election for the third time with 61.2% of the vote, according to the BBC. This victory came in the midst of local elections held throughout England, where the Labor Party significantly strengthened its position.

Born in London in 1970 to Pakistani parents who immigrated to Britain, Khan grew up in a large family with seven siblings. His father worked as a bus driver and his mother was a seamstress and housewife. Raised in the Islamic faith, Khan has always embraced his Muslim identity.

Khan’s background and upbringing have played a significant role in shaping his values and priorities as a public servant. He became mayor of London for the first time in 2016, becoming the first Muslim to lead a European capital. His previous term was extended by a year due to the cancellation of elections in 2020 because of the pandemic.

The history of London’s mayoral elections dates back to 2000 when Ken Livingstone from the Labor Party was elected as its first mayor. He was followed by Boris Johnson in 2008 and then Sadiq Khan in 2016. Khan’s re-election not only makes history but also reflects continued support from London residents. His victory demonstrates