I have been a resident of Newham since 1971 and have been actively involved
in local politics from mid-80s.
I have been an elected member of
Newham Council since 1990 and have held various positions including
Deputy Mayor and Deputy Leader as well vice chair of numerous
committees.
A life long trade unionists I have been a member of the Transport and
General Workers Union for 22 years, was awarded "Badge of Merit" for
my activities.
I have been active in my local community and am a former vice Chair
and Chair of Newham Race Relations Council and a governor of local
primary and secondary schools.
I am also Chair of Newham College
Interfaith Advisory Group.
I believe that the changing political climate needs Respect's
view-point, especially in regeneration of East London and 2012
Olympics. We need to fight back against privatisation, the high level
of unemployment and defend pensions and the right to be in a trade
union.
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