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Lord mayor of Copenhagen | |
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Københavns Overborgmester | |
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since 29 August 2024 | |
Member of | Copenhagen City Council |
Seat | Copenhagen City Hall |
Appointer | Direct election |
Term length | 4 years renewable |
Precursor | Copenhagen Upper Presidium |
Formation | 1938 |
First holder | Viggo Christensen |
Website | Official website |
The lord mayor of Copenhagen (Danish: Københavns Overborgmester) is the city's mayor and the leader of the Copenhagen City Council. Established in 1938, all lord mayors have since belonged to the Social Democratic Party.