TASHA THOMPSON Brent, London @blackgirlsdorunuk

What’s the single biggest thing you’d like to achieve as mayor? To motivate more people who think running is not for them to give it a try.

What qualities does a good running mayor need? To be someone who leads by example. They need to be relatable, approachable and to enjoy encouraging others to run. Which leader most inspires you and why? Baroness Doreen Lawrence, because she has tirelessly campaigned since 1993 for justice for victims of racist crime and brought about reforms within the police service.

What do you love most about running? Everything. But what I love above all else is being told ‘You inspired me to run.’