Richard Parker (mayor)
Richard Parker | |
|---|---|
Parker in 2024 | |
| Mayor of the West Midlands | |
| Assumed office 6 May 2024 | |
| Deputy | Sharon Thompson |
| Preceded by | Andy Street |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 1963 (age 62) Bristol, England |
| Political party | Labour Co-op |
| Profession | Accountant and businessman |
Richard Parker (born c. May 1963) is a British businessman and Labour politician serving as the Mayor of the West Midlands since May 2024. He is a member of the Labour and Co-operative Party. He defeated Conservative incumbent Andy Street in the 2024 West Midlands mayoral election.