This month I have supported Harrow at the London Youth Games boy’s cricket competition, as well as attending the Thai Pongol celebrations at Harrow’s Civic Centre. As always the Harrow Tamil Community Association do a great job of organising it and they put on a real show with Tamil cultural dances and music performed by all generations.
I have also attended some more sombre events at the Council’s Chambers; poignant memorials were held to mark the Holocaust and both the Paris and Pakistan Peshawar School tragedies, with speakers giving thoughtful and moving speeches. It is only right the Community is able to mark its respect for those that have passed away in these tragedies.
In addition to these community events I will be going to all four corners of the Boroughs to have 1 – 1 meetings with residents to discuss their concerns with their local area, whether it be housing issues or concerns over persistent fly-tipping. The schedule will be available on the Council’s website, and residents can call 020 8863 5611 or email [email protected] to book an appointment.
One of the most important changes to affect Harrow, and one which all residents will have a say over, is the General Election this year. I would like to take this opportunity to encourage all residents to register to vote.
Following on from changes by the Government, residents can no longer sign up their entire family – residents have to register to vote individually.
You can do this through your My Harrow account, online or by contacting the Council’s electoral services team on 020 8901 2660.
If you are not registered you will not be able to vote in May.
With the General Election in May I would encourage all residents, regardless of the party you support, or if you’re still undecided, to register to vote. Every vote counts, and the government of the day will make decisions that will have a massive effect on all our lives; it’s vital that residents are able to have their say.
