West Thamesmead

I am highly honoured to have been selected by members of the West Thamesmead Liberal Democrat party to stand as candidate in the forthcoming Greenwich Council elections in May 2026. Many have asked me, what has brought me into politics? I think if I have to sum it up, it would be best expressed by a desire to speak on behalf of those who can’t speak up for themselves or who don’t believe anyone is listening.

I have lived in Thamesmead for over 25 years and in my day job, I work as a Professor of Healthcare Leadership and Strategy. I am a researcher with almost 35 years of academic and professional experience and in the course of my career, I have been able to make significant contributions to our society, and I now seek to build on that by representing Thamesmead West Ward residents.

I believe that as a Liberal Democrat councillor I will  robustly address our challenges in West Thamesmead in council meetings For example, housing issues, keeping our environment litter free, addressing  anti-social behaviour and ensuring all residents are safe. I will reach out to the hearts of all our communities and work hard on their behalf.

I’m standing for West Thamesmead on Greenwich Council because this ward needs strong, responsive representation. With major development planned and disruption ahead, residents need practical solutions that work now. People are living through road closures, diversions, noise and dust, while existing challenges continue.

My priorities are simple: safer streets, cleaner estates, greener spaces and a ward that is properly connected. Safer and cleaner means action on anti-social behaviour, fly-tipping, litter, noise, broken lighting, potholes and unsafe pavements. These are shared challenges in shared spaces, and progress must be swift, visible and measurable.

Connected also means connected as a community. That requires community spaces: places to meet, organise, support one another, and build belonging. When local spaces close and nothing replaces them, community life thins and isolation grows. The closure of the Princess Alice is a clear warning sign.

More connected also means homes that are healthy and warm. Too many residents are dealing with damp, poor insulation, and energy and heating issues. For residents who drive, the lack of accessible EV charging needs a local solution.

I will be the community’s representative in the council.

Residents first. Today.