As a local resident who lives in the ward, I’ve decided to put my name forward.

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Together, we can make a difference in our community. Wanstead Park Ward is where my husband and I are raising our family. I was born locally in Whipps Cross Hospital. We live on the Warren Estate and our children attend Aldersbrook Primary School.

As a local mother of two, I have been very active on issues relating to local school admissions, supporting local families to understand and navigate the process. I also led the successful local campaign to prevent an out of character phone mast being built in front of St Mary’s Church. I could do so much more if you elect me as your councillor.

Wanstead Park is my home, and we are fortunate to live in such a beautiful area. I’ll fight to protect and conserve our superb local green spaces, support our local NHS, fight for better bus services and Central Line services, fight for more police and action on crime, and ensure we have the very best local facilities and services here in Wanstead Park.

It would be the privilege of my life to represent our corner of Redbridge as your local councillor. I will never take your vote for granted, and I’ll always fight for our area.