By Joshua Robinson – 

Councillor Nosheen Dad, who is currently the Deputy Mayor, will become the youngest-ever Mayor of Kirklees, as well as the first woman of colour, and first Muslim woman to hold the position.

Councillor Dad said to Kirklees Together: “I’ve had a fantastic year as Deputy Mayor meeting many fantastic people across Kirklees.”

“I am truly humbled and honoured to be the youngest and first female Asian Mayor of our great district. I hope to amplify the voices of everyone in Kirklees, to celebrate the work, community cohesion and the selflessness of people that sometimes goes unnoticed.”

“I am looking forward to meeting many individuals and groups that make Kirklees a great place to live, work and raise a family.”

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Councillor Dad was elected to the Dewsbury South ward in 2015 and will be joined by her husband Shiraz who will be the Mayor’s Consort.

Councillor Elizabeth Smaje, who was elected to the Birstall and Birkenshaw ward in 2004, will also be joining the Civic Team as Deputy Mayor for 2024/25.

Councillor Smaje said to Kirklees Together: “It is an honour to be joining the civic team in the important role of Deputy Mayor. I look forward to supporting the Mayor during her term in office and to meeting people and groups in the many communities throughout the Borough.”

The new civic team for Kirklees will take office at the Mayor Making ceremony on Wednesday 22nd May.

The ceremony will be held at Huddersfield Town Hall at 12.30 pm, and everyone is welcome to attend. Anyone attending should arrive at Huddersfield Town Hall via Princess Street and be seated by 12.20 pm.