Carl Michael Pierce
Liberal Democrats candidate for Hounslow West
Carl Pierce is a software engineer and data analyst with 35 years of experience at British Airways. He has lived in Hounslow since 1987, having previously studied engineering at University of Cambridge. Alongside his main career, Carl also lectures in statistics for economics at University of West London. For Hounslow West, Carl is focused on improving street cleanliness, reducing traffic congestion, and delivering better parking solutions. He is concerned that selling off the car park at Hounslow West Station for additional housing could worsen overcrowding and strain local infrastructure. In his spare time, Carl enjoys chess, Dungeons & Dragons, tutoring maths, and spending time with his two cats.
Previous elections
Hounslow West (2022)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Hounslow West (2018)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Where Carl fits into things
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
Hounslow