Cllr Sunita Hirani resigns from the Tories to stand as an independent in Kenton ward

 

Cllr Sunita Hirani (Independent - Kenton)

Cllr Sunita Hirani, yesterday lodged her papers with Brent Electoral Services as an Independent candidate in Kenton ward, after she was suspended from the Conservative Party.

 

She explained her decision to Kenton residents on Facebook:

    

Dear Kenton Residents,

 

I am writing to you directly and personally to share an important update about my political position.

 

My membership of the Conservative Party was recently suspended, shortly before the close of nominations on 9 April 2026. Despite my repeated requests for clarification, no clear reason has been communicated to me. Given the timing, this has been deeply upsetting and distressing, particularly in light of my continued hard work and commitment to serving our community.

 

After careful reflection, discussions with supporters, and most importantly putting you, my residents, first, I have decided to resign my membership of the Conservative Party and continue my work as an Independent Councillor.

 

This decision has not been taken lightly. I stood for election in 2022 to serve Kenton with integrity, honesty, and determination, and that commitment remains unchanged.

 

My priority has always been, and will continue to be, to represent the residents of Kenton Ward.

 

As an Independent Councillor, I will be free to:

 

Speak up without fear, favour, or intimidation on the issues that matter to Kenton

Work constructively with councillors of all parties

Put residents’ concerns first, every single time

 

I remain fully committed to helping residents with local issues, whether that is housing, safety, schools, fly-tipping, parking, or navigating the council .

 

My door remains open, and I am here for you.

 

Thank you for the trust, kindness, and support so many of you have shown me

 

It means more than I can adequately put into words.

 

I hope to continue earning that trust as your Independent voice on Brent Council.

 

With sincere thanks,

 

Sunita Hirani