Murad Gassanly

2022 Pimlico South Ward Candidate
Councillor for Churchill Ward

First elected in 2014, Murad joined the Conservative Group at the City of Westminster Council in July 2017. He has lived in Pimlico for over 20 years. 

A freelance political consultant, specialising in energy politics in the Caspian Sea region, Murad is a holds a PhD in International Relations from Cardiff University.

He enjoys working to make a real difference to the lives of local people living in Pimlico.

Telephone: 020 7730 8181

Email: churchill@westminsterconservatives.com

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About our ward

Churchill ward is on the western edge of the Cities of London & Westminster constituency. It stretches from the River Thames all the way to lower Belgravia.

It is currently represented by one Conservative, Murad Gassanly, and two Labour councillors.  

News

Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour and Crime

Cllr Gassanly is working with the local police and Westminster Council’s ASB teams to address the recent increase in anti-social behaviour across Churchill ward. 

Turpentine Lane One Way

Residents in Westmoreland Terrace and Peabody Avenue complained about cars speeding down Turpentine Lane in both directions. 

The narrow alleyway is one-way only but it was felt that street-signage was inadequate. 

New Electric Vehicle Charge Points

The latest batch of EV charging points has been installed across Churchill Gardens. 

Westminster Council is making great strides in facilitating transition to electric vehicles. 

Council Funding for Local Projects

Since 2018, Cllr Murad Gassanly has approved over £150,000 in ward funding for local organisations carrying out projects to improve and enrich life for the local communities.

The chancellor’s measures are ‘putting bread on the table’

The following article, written by Westminster City Council Leader Rachael Robathan, originally published by themj.co.uk

Up and down the town centres of the country, we felt the tectonic plates move on Saturday as, after four months of being cooped up, people finally got to go out.

Don’t be a crime victim!

It is unfortunate but inevitable that malevolent actors find new opportunities in Covid-19, to scam vulnerable people who may be thrown off-guard by these exceptional circumstances. Please be aware that it is now even more important than ever to watch out for the techniques used by scammers.

Mental Health Guide

The Mental Health Foundation is hosting Mental Health Week, on the theme of Kindness.