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Tracy Brabin
Profile
Tracy Brabin is a British politician and former actress who has served as the Mayor of West Yorkshire since 2021, becoming the first woman to hold the position of a metro-mayor in the United Kingdom. Prior to her mayoral career, she served as the Member of Parliament for Batley and Spen from 2016 to 2021, succeeding Jo Cox. Before entering politics, Brabin enjoyed a successful career as an actress and television writer, appearing in popular British soap operas such as Coronation Street and Emmerdale. Her political work has focused on regional development, transport, and cultural industries.
Details
- Born
- 1961-05-09 · 65 years old
- Birth place
- Batley, United Kingdom
- Education
- Heckmondwike Grammar School, Loughborough University, London College of Communication
- Career
- Actress, television writer
