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Dan Cortese
Ealing Community Independents Party candidate for Southall West
Dan moved to Southall in 2021 after living and working across more than 40 countries. With a background spanning retail, construction, insurance, tourism, entertainment and tech, he brings practical experience and a hands‑on approach to community problem‑solving. Since settling in the Green Quarter, he has joined several local groups focused on improving the area and strengthening resident involvement. Dan has been motivated by concerns about overdevelopment, stalled infrastructure and deteriorating streets. His priorities include ensuring developers deliver essential community facilities upfront and restoring pride in Southall through initiatives that improve neighbourhood upkeep and support a stronger, more connected community.
Southall West Ward
Where Dan fits into things
Ealing Southall
Constituency
Southall West
Ward
Dan Cortese
Candidate
Southall West
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
Ealing