Will Francis
Liberal Democrats councillor for Walpole
Term started: 7 May 2026
William Francis works at a HGV driving school and does freelance media analysis work as well. He is also keen on championing local concerns, saying: “I aim to be the best local champion I can be for Walpole and ensure that residents have a strong voice in the council. I am determined to reduce the crime and anti-social behaviour in hot spot areas in the ward, to ensure streets are clean, and to alleviate the housing crisis.” William is Chair of North West London Young Liberals and Vice Chair of London Young Liberals.
Election history
Walpole (2026)
Liberal Democrats · 2,079 votes· Elected
Hanworth Village (2024)
Liberal Democrats · Vote total not available· Not elected
Brentford West (2024)
Liberal Democrats · Vote total not available· Not elected
Chiswick Gunnersbury (2022)
Liberal Democrats · Vote total not available· Not elected
Contact Information
Walpole Ward
Where Will fits into things
Ealing Southall
Constituency
Walpole
Ward
Will Francis
Councillor
Walpole
Matt Mellor
Councillor · Walpole
Ksenia Maximova
Councillor · Walpole
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