Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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Roderick McGlynn
Green Party candidate for Stepney Green
Roddy lives in Stepney Green and works nearby for a non-profit organisation that works to expand internet access in low- and middle-income countries. As a Green Councillor, he will fight to secure long-term leases for charities and cultural institutions in our area – giving them the stability they need to plan for the future and continue enriching our community.
Stepney Green Ward
Where Roderick fits into things
Bethnal Green and Stepney
Constituency
Stepney Green
Ward
Roderick McGlynn
Candidate
Stepney Green
About the role
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
What councillors do
- Make decisions on local services like housing, roads, and parks
- Represent residents' concerns at council meetings
- Help resolve local issues raised by constituents
- Set council budgets and local tax levels
How to influence
- Attend local council surgeries
- Write or email about local issues
- Attend public council meetings
- Join local community groups
Council
Tower Hamlets