Redbridge Matters Independent Voice for Change

Tired of endless political promises without results? It’s time for real change. Join the movement for change in Redbridge.

Redbridge Matters invites you to join our community action group and political movement.

This can enable you to be part of the endorsement process for independent candidates in local and national elections that include representation for Redbridge.

Our goal is to ensure that candidates truly understand and represent the concerns and values of our community, free from mainstream political party influence.

We are a group of like-minded community activists, professionals, and former councillors who have come together to form Redbridge Matters. We are united by one clear priority: putting the residents of Redbridge first.

We are increasingly concerned about the way the Council is being run, with a lack of transparency and accountability.

Our mission is simple: to deliver better services, create a safer environment, and promote sustainable development—while ensuring real value for money for our residents.

Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant Redbridge where your concerns and aspirations shape the future.

Join us in making it happen. Together, we can break free from the cycle of unfulfilled promises and bring about genuine, community-centred representation.

• Break the cycle of unfulfilled promises: Together, we can bring about genuine representation that prioritises the needs of our community.

• Empowering community: We will work collaboratively to address pressing issues, such as rising crime and anti-social behaviour, and strive to create a safer, more sustainable environment in redbridge.

• Movement for change: We will provide a platform for change and collective grassroot voice for residents in the london borough of redbridge.

We welcome community members to join us. Your participation will help shape the future of redbridge and ensure that our community’s concerns are heard.

• Better Representation: We believe that Redbridge deserves better representation, and we’re committed to finding a true champions for our community.

• Community Empowerment: we will work to enact change and meet the needs of our community.

• Challenging the Status Quo: Our mission is to present a compelling alternative with independent candidates who embody our community’s interests.

• Lack of Accountability -Residents feel that their voices and concerns are being overlooked.
• Domestic Challenges– The cost-of-living crisis and NHS issues are affecting families and the healthcare system especially in Redbridge.
• International Issues– Disillusionment with local MPs and elected representatives on issues like the Gaza conflict and other suffering around the world. This is from a humanitarian perspective and being multicultural some Redbridge residents have family or friends in these regions.

• Planning and development – Get town centre regeneration moving; review planning applications for tesco and other sites to get a better deal for residents.

• Public services – Improve public services, proper monitoring of council contractors.

• Environmental services– Improve waste, recycling, and public spaces.

• Community engagement– Working councillors, holding advice surgeries and supporting local events.

• Housing – Get council housing schemes moving and build genuinely affordable housing that serves the need of residents.

• NHS services– Ensure NHS GP & dental services keep up with growth and meet community needs..

• Leisure facilities – Reopen fullwell cross baths and kenneth more theatre.

• Making Redbridge Safer – Work with police, tackle crime and anti-social behaviour.

Get involved

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support various critical functions, including:

• Canvassing: Engage with local residents and spread the word about our exciting movement.
• Marketing and Communications: Help us get our message out to the community and beyond.
• Talented people: Join our team and bring your skills to the table.
• Community Engagement: Develop connections with local groups and organisations.
• Policy and Research: Contribute to informed decision-making and policy development.
• Operational Delivery: Support the operational aspects of our campaign.