Ahmed Ghulam

“My name is Ahmed Ghulam, and I am standing as an Independent candidate for Perry Common Ward because I believe our community deserves a stronger, more practical, and more accountable local voice.”

“I have lived and worked in Birmingham for many years and have built my professional career around solving real problems, managing projects responsibly, and working directly with residents and communities. I am not affiliated with any political party — I am standing independently so that I can represent you, not party interests.”

“My priorities are simple, realistic, and focused on what matters most to local people.”

“My commitments to you:”

“ • To listen to residents and act on their concerns”

“ • To be visible, accessible, and accountable throughout the year — not just at election time”

“ • To work constructively with the council, the police, and community groups to improve daily life in Perry Common”

“ • To always be honest about what the council can and cannot do, and how public money is being spent”

“My key priorities for Perry Common:”

“ 1. Safer streets and neighbourhoods”

“ • Work with West Midlands Police and local safety teams to improve visible policing and response times”

“ • Tackle anti-social behaviour, fly-tipping, and nuisance activity that affects residents’ quality of life”

“ • Support better lighting, CCTV where appropriate, and safer public spaces”

“ 2. Clean, well-maintained neighbourhoods”

“ • Push for regular street cleaning, quicker waste collection responses, and stronger action against fly-tipping”

“ • Ensure parks, pavements, and public spaces are properly maintained”

“ • Hold contractors and the council accountable for poor-quality work”

“ 3. Fair use of public money”

“ • Challenge wasteful spending and demand transparency in council decisions”

“ • Support investment that delivers real value for residents, not just paperwork and consultation”

“ • Ensure local services are funded where they make the biggest difference”

“ 4. Support for families, older residents, and the vulnerable”

“ • Protect access to essential services such as social care, housing support, and community facilities”

“ • Ensure residents can access help easily and are not passed between departments”

“ • Speak up for those who do not always feel heard”

“ 5. Local voices at the heart of decision-making”

“ • Regular surgeries and open communication with residents”

“ • Work with community groups, faith groups, schools, and volunteers”

“ • Ensure Perry Common is not overlooked or taken for granted”

“Why I am standing”

“I am standing because too many residents feel that their concerns are ignored, that decisions are made without proper consultation, and that accountability is lacking. I believe Perry Common deserves a councillor who is:”

“ • Present in the community”

“ • Willing to challenge poor decisions”

“ • Focused on practical outcomes, not political point-scoring”

“I will work respectfully with all parties and organisations where it benefits residents, but I will never hesitate to speak up when something is wrong.”

“A clear promise”

“If elected, I promise to:”

“ • Represent all residents fairly, regardless of background or political views”

“ • Communicate openly and regularly about what I am doing on your behalf”

“ • Always put the interests of Perry Common first”

“Thank you for taking the time to read my statement. I would be honoured to have your support.”

“Ahmed Ghulam”

“Independent Candidate — Perry Common Ward”