Rachel Tripp
Labour councillor for Forest Gate North
Council: Newham
Term ends: 2 May 2030
Rachel lives in Forest Gate with her husband and three girls. A passionate advocate for Forest Gate and Newham, Rachel has particular interests in planning, sustainable transport and community involvement. Rachel helped to set up Newham Living Streets, a local group that advocates for walking in Newham. Her previous professional experience includes working in policy, communications, local government and the public sector.
Recent election history
Forest Gate North (2026)
Labour · 1,092 votes· Elected
Forest Gate North (2022)
Labour and Co-operative Party· Elected
Forest Gate North (2018)
Labour and Co-operative Party· Elected
Contact Information
Phone
020 3373 7376Where Rachel fits into things
Constituency
Rachel Tripp
Councillor
Forest Gate North
Matthew Carlile
Councillor · Forest Gate North
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 (MC)