Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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Asheem Singh
Labour candidate for Plaistow South
I am a local resident and community activist. I founded an international social enterprise that trains young people to use technology for good. I am also co-director of Compost Newham, a leading local voluntary sector support hub, I am determined to use my experience to help young people thrive and deliver quality public services for our community.
Previous elections
Plaistow South (2025)
Labour Party· Not elected
Plaistow South Ward
Where Asheem fits into things
West Ham and Beckton
Constituency
Plaistow South
Ward
Asheem Singh
Candidate
Plaistow South
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
Newham