Dylan Law is set to become one of the youngest deputy mayors in the UK following Zoë Garbett’s victory in the Hackney mayoral election. Garbett secured a major win for the Green Party of England and Wales after receiving 35,720 votes, defeating Labour’s candidate, who received 26,865 votes. With Garbett now elected mayor, Law — who campaigned alongside her throughout the election — is widely expected to officially take up the role of deputy mayor.

At just 20 years old, Law has quickly become one of the most recognisable young political figures in local London politics, gaining significant attention online during the campaign for his focus on youth representation, housing reform and community issues.

Born and raised in Hackney, Law has openly spoken about his experiences growing up in temporary accommodation and witnessing the difficulties many families face when dealing with council services. Supporters say those experiences have shaped his political priorities and his push for changes to housing, education and youth support systems.

Before entering frontline politics, Law spent five years involved with Hackney Youth Parliament, where he advocated for young people facing school exclusions and social inequality. During his time as Head Boy at City Academy Hackney, he also campaigned for welfare improvements and helped organise projects aimed at bringing together different communities across the borough.

Outside politics, Law has worked with organisations including Hackney Quest, Booth House and Outrunners, supporting vulnerable residents and young people dealing with hardship. He has also launched his own small business, something supporters say reflects the entrepreneurial mindset and leadership skills he brings to public life.

Throughout the campaign, both Garbett and Law placed a strong emphasis on giving younger people a greater voice in local government. Their message appeared to resonate with many voters in Hackney, particularly younger residents frustrated with rising living costs and housing pressures.

Law has also attracted attention for his outspoken stance on the rental market in Hackney, where around 30 percent of residents privately rent their homes. During the campaign, he criticised soaring housing costs and backed policies aimed at reducing pressure on tenants. Property listings currently show average rents for two-bedroom flats in parts of the borough reaching around £2,600 per month.

The Green Party’s victory in Hackney is being viewed as part of a wider shift in local politics, with growing support for smaller parties across parts of England amid dissatisfaction with both Labour and the Conservatives.

For many supporters, Law’s rise represents a new generation of politicians entering public office with direct experience of the issues affecting younger and working-class communities.