Ben Wesson
Ben Wesson has lived in Ealing for a number of years. He currently works at a healthcare regulator, leading a team to resolve patient concerns and supporting NHS nurses to deliver the best possible care. Ben’s previous role was at the Patients Association where he campaigned for improvements to health and social care services. He […]
Ilayda Nijhar
Ilayda Nijhar was born and raised in Ealing. Her whole life has been shaped by Ealing: she went to school in Pitshanger, she learnt to swim at Gurnell Leisure Centre, attended the dance academy on Pitshanger Lane and performed at concerts at St Barnabas Church. Ilayda’s experiences have made her passionate about all things local, […]
Rima Baaklini
Rima is a mother of four and has lived in Ealing since 2001. She is a community campaigner and has worked for years with various community groups, such as the safer neighbourhoods police team. She is also an English law interpreter fluent in English, French and Arabic and has supported countless local residents in hospitals, […]
Yvonne Johnson
Yvonne Johnson is the longest continuously serving Labour Councillor in the borough, having moved to Acton in the 1980s. During her time on the Council, Yvonne has worked across a number of different portfolios, including education, finance, adult’s services and leisure services. She has also served on a number of Governing Boards and is currently […]
Sarfraz Khan
Sarfraz has lived in Southall for almost thirty years, having arrived to the UK in 1990 to become a Chartered accountant. When he started studying at the University of West London, Southall became his home away from home. To this day, Sarfraz maintains deep ties with local businesses and the community and now wants to […]
Binda Rai
Binda Rai was first elected in 2014 and is proud to represent the people of Walpole Ward and Ealing, where she’s lived, worked and raised her family. As Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, Binda made a huge contribution to education whilst overseeing 95% of schools being rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ by OFSTED. Binda […]
Grace Quansah
Grace Quansah (aka ‘Akuba’) has lived in Ealing since 1968 and has been a community champion for several years. Dedicated to empowering marginalised young people and helping them develop their writing and diverse creative skills, Grace founded WAPPY, which has helped hundreds of young people, and, since the pandemic, has built on local partnerships with […]
Faduma Mohamed
Faduma Mohamed grew up in Southall with her family. She is one of the first British Somali women to stand to be a local councillor in Southall. She has worked in various public sector roles throughout her career, including at the NHS and in housing. This experience has made her have a keen awareness of […]
Surinder Jassal
Surinder Kaur Jassal has lived in Southall West for 45 years. She grew up on Townsend Road and attended Featherstone High School. Her background is business development and is deeply proud and honoured to be standing to represent her local area. Surinder has spent years giving back to the community of Southall. She created a […]
Kamaljit Dhindsa
Kamaljit Dhindsa has lived in Southall since 1970 and has served as a local councillor here since 1998. Throughout his time as a councillor he has worked hard to identify and offer solutions to any issues present in the local constituency, including areas of concern such as education, congestion, litter and parking. As the Mayor […]