THE University of Bradford is hosting a hustings for the West Yorkshire Mayoral Election candidates today. The introduction of a West Yorkshire Mayor will have significant impact. They will be a figurehead and have a range of powers as part of the devolution of the region to bring greater influence within Government at national level, including on economic recovery, the power to shape Government policy and access further funding. Nikki Pierce Academic Registrar and Director of Student and Academic Services said: “The University of Bradford has always had a strong link with local politics, hosting previous hustings and a polling station on campus, as well as a pioneering Politics department.