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Political wrangles, Reform and the battle to reopen Doncaster's airport

BBC Yorkshire's Political Editor James Vincent examines the big questions facing Doncaster.

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Reform quizzed over councillor's Facebook posts

Questions are being raised about social media posts written by Reform councillor Mark Broadhurst.

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The rise of Reform: Party takes Doncaster Council

Reform also ran Labour's Ros Jones close in mayoral election before winning council seats.

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Labour narrowly holds Doncaster mayoralty

Labour's Ros Jones is urging the prime minister to "listen to the people" following the results.

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Polls close in Doncaster mayor and council elections

Polling station across Doncaster are open between 07:00 and 22:00 BST.

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'Why election matters in the city of three mayors'

BBC Yorkshire's political editor James Vincent examines the big issues ahead of Thursday's poll.

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'Here's what we want to see from Doncaster mayor'

Crime, skills and road crossings are just some of the issues for voters in the Doncaster elections.

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What does the Mayor of Doncaster do?

A guide to the role of Doncaster's directly elected-mayor and the forthcoming council elections.

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The candidates vying to be Mayor of Doncaster

Elections are taking place in Doncaster for the Mayor, the council and parish and town councils.

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