Wanstead Park ward is now represented by councillors from two political parties following last week’s local elections.

Emma Sheppard-Mallinson was re-elected for Labour, winning 1,183 votes. She is joined by Milli Richards Clack from the Green Party, who received 1,156 votes.

Wanstead Park ward recorded the highest voter turnout in the borough, with 53% of the electorate taking part. Wanstead Village ward had the third highest turnout at 51%. The average turnout across the borough was 42%.

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Wanstead Village ward is now represented by councillors from two political parties following last week’s local elections.

Jo Blackman and Daniel Morgan-Thomas were each re-lected as Labour councillors, receiving 1,715 and 1,415 votes respectively. They are joined by Sue Whitehead from the Green Party, who won 1,478 votes.

Overall, Labour held control of Redbridge Council, winning 43 seats out of 63. The Conservatives and Greens both won five seats, independents won nine seats, and Reform UK won one seat.

Local council elections in all 32 London boroughs will be held this May. In Redbridge, 63 members of the council will be selected, contested across 22 wards.

The Wanstead Village Directory presents statements from the candidates standing in the two wards covered by this publication. Wanstead Village – which is represented by three councillors – has 15 nominated candidates, while Wanstead Park – represented by two councillors – has 10 candidates. Both wards were created ahead of the 2018 elections following a boundary review.

Polling stations open at 7am on 7 May and close at 10pm. Voters will need to show photo ID (passport, photocard driving licence and a range of travel passes are accepted) at the polling stations, and can cast as many votes as there are councillors to be elected in their ward. The results will be announced the following day.

Wanstead Village ward candidates

• Kabir Ali GRN
• Jo Blackman LAB
• William Collins REF not supplied
• Corbyn D’Alanno CON
• David Davies REF
• Mark Gitsham LD
• Neal Krishan Vithlani LAB
• Sharmon Lewis REF not supplied
• Daniel Morgan-Thomas LAB
• Humza Sair LD
• Mark Scannell CON
• David Smith CON
• Rabiya Tehseen GRN
• Mohammed Uddin LD
• Sue Whitehead GRN

Wanstead Park ward candidates

• Nadir Gilani GRN
• Neil Hepworth LD
• Andrew Joyce REF not supplied
• Simon Miller LAB
• Yit Phoenix REF not supplied
• Milli Richards Clack GRN 
• Emma Shepherd-Mallinson LAB
• Paul Smith CON
• David Thom CON
• Alan Thomas LD

Conservative Party candidates promoted by Paul Canal on behalf of Leyton and Wanstead Conservatives at Sevenways Parade, IG2 6XH.

Green Party candidates promoted by Rosemary Warrington on behalf of Redbridge Green Party at PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ.

Labour Party candidates promoted by Thomas Morton on behalf of Redbridge Labour, both at 12a Highview Parade, Woodford Ave, Ilford, IG4 5EP.

Liberal Democrat candidates promoted by Crispin Acton on behalf of Redbridge Liberal Democrats, all at 45 Wellington Road, London, E11 2AS.

Reform Party candidates promoted by Stuart Shulton on behalf of Reform UK at Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London SW1P 4QP.

After 15 years raising a family in Wanstead and South Woodford, I am stepping forward as your Conservative candidate. Not a career politician, I am a practical problem-solver. I will protect our High Street’s character, tackle crime and shoplifting and ensure safer, better-maintained roads for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers. With decades of experience in finance and technology, I will bring a disciplined, analytical approach to decisions. I will use data and modern tools, including AI, to improve services and deliver better value for residents.

Promoted by Paul Canal on behalf of Leyton and Wanstead Conservatives at Sevenways Parade, IG2 6XH.

I am proud to stand as your Conservative candidate for Wanstead Village. I care deeply about our community and want to help it thrive. I will support our local businesses, keep our streets welcoming and ensure Wanstead remains a place people are proud to call home. As someone with dyslexia, I understand the importance of strong support in our schools and will work to improve opportunities for every child. I will listen to residents, represent you with care and work hard to deliver for Wanstead Village.

Promoted by Paul Canal on behalf of Leyton and Wanstead Conservatives at Sevenways Parade, IG2 6XH.

I am a mother of three young children and a long-term Redbridge resident, committed to building an inclusive, creative community that supports local causes by using part of the income from workshops for regular donations to the Redbridge Foodbank. With experience in admin, banking, school governance and digital inclusion projects, I understand the challenges residents face. I advocate for transparent decision-making, stronger community engagement and better support for SEND and local businesses.

Promoted by Rosemary Warrington on behalf of Redbridge Green Party at PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ.

I am a long-term Wanstead resident and a retired surveyor. My top priorities are crime, anti-social behaviour, littering and fly-tipping: we need more visible policing, stop and search and council enforcement officers. We also need to stop our roads being used as race tracks by dangerous drivers. For let properties, we must take rigorous action against slum landlords and unlicensed HMOs, and ensure full planning processes for new applications. (Neighbours and I suffered years of nuisance from an unlicensed HMO; Labour did nothing!)

Promoted by Stuart Shulton on behalf of Reform UK at Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London SW1P 4QP.

I work in community engagement and I understand the importance of working with the community, something I pledge to do in Wanstead. Experienced in representing community voices with developers and councils, I will work hard to get the best for local people. I have actively campaigned against the Labour council’s plan for stalls on the High Street, something that can only be decided with community agreement. I am passionate about the environment, our green spaces and our lived environment.

Promoted by Crispin Acton on behalf of Redbridge Liberal Democrats, all at 45 Wellington Road, London, E11 2AS.

I have been a Redbridge resident since 2015 and have over 45 years of experience as a community and social activist. I am president of Redbridge Community Trust and a trustee of several organisations, including Beani Bazar Cancer and General Hospital Foundation and Bangladesh Centre. I am concerned by the council’s poor engagement, including its decision to close Wanstead Youth Centre despite public opposition. A committed volunteer, I will work to improve local services and strengthen community cohesion.

Promoted by Crispin Acton on behalf of Redbridge Liberal Democrats, all at 45 Wellington Road, London, E11 2AS.

I have lived in Redbridge for nearly 40 years and understand the borough well. As a retired chartered surveyor, I bring practical experience in delivering housing and public infrastructure. I will campaign for proper investment in roads, pavements and vital assets like Broadmead Road bridge. I will work with residents through regular meetings, street visits and open communication, ensuring concerns are heard and acted upon. I will challenge the council and demand accountability.

Promoted by Paul Canal on behalf of Leyton and Wanstead Conservatives at Sevenways Parade, IG2 6XH

I live in Wanstead and am a parent at Snaresbrook Primary School. Over the past five years, I have focused on raising my daughter, spending much of my time locally at places like Christ Church Green and the library. I work as a tax adviser and accountant, and previously worked in the City before running my own practice supporting small businesses. I care about protecting Wanstead’s village feel, creating safer walking routes, supporting our High Street and making sure public money is used carefully for the benefit of local residents.

Promoted by Rosemary Warrington on behalf of Redbridge Green Party at PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ.