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Faran Khan
Arise candidate for Wealdstone North
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Born and raised in Harrow, Faran's work has included helping people into emergency housing, and he regularly volunteers at a Wealdstone-based charity assisting families in poverty. Faran is dedicated to supporting local businesses and wants to work on revitalising Wealdstone High Street.
Where Faran 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
Harrow