Comment from Tim Davies, head of Bristol office of Colliers International on the election of Marvin Rees as Mayor of Bristol:
“The election of Marvin Rees as Mayor of Bristol is a pivotal result for the city, and also for the wider region given the historic £1 billion devolution deal for the West of England.
“He has a tough act to follow in succeeding George Ferguson, who as an independent mayor unfettered by party politics, brought about tangible progress during his time in office, ranging from delivering the Arena to bringing a new momentum to decision-making after years of political infighting.
“The city and wider region has undoubtedly benefitted from that fact that George was not aligned to a political party, and I sincerely hope that the new Labour mayor will not be putting a political agenda ahead of the needs of the city”
