The University of Cambridge is holding an election for its next Chancellor, a ceremonial role with significant influence. The election is scheduled to take place between 9 and 18 July 2025. Confirmed candidates include:

• Sandi Toksvig: Broadcaster and comedian, alumna of Girton College. Source

• Tony Booth: Academic and activist, former research fellow at the Centre for Commonwealth Education. Source

• Gina Miller: Business owner and political campaigner. Source

• Lord Browne: Former CEO of BP and crossbench peer. Source

• Mohamed El-Erian: Economist and President of Queens' College, Cambridge. Source

• Professor Wyn Evans: Cambridge astrophysicist. Source

• Chris Smith: Master of Pembroke College and former Culture Secretary. Source

This market will resolve to the candidate officially announced as the winner by the University of Cambridge. Official Election Information