Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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Joel Natanael Alexander Resare
Green Party candidate for Newington
I am a retired psychologist and have lived around Elephant and Castle for the past 10 years, after moving to the UK from Sweden. I care deeply about the right to decent housing, the cost of living and ensuring residents feel heard. I am committed to fair and equal opportunities for everyone in Newington. I am standing to represent our area with empathy, integrity, and a strong commitment to community
Newington Ward
Where Joel fits into things
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green
Constituency
Newington
Ward
Joel Natanael Alexander Resare
Candidate
Newington
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
Lambeth