Ajmer Grewal - Councillor for Hounslow (Hounslow Central)

Councillor Ajmer Grewal

Labour Hounslow Central

Council: Hounslow

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Committees: Cabinet Question Time Cabinet (Member) Central Hounslow Area Forum (Member) Borough Council (Member)

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Ajmer Grewal's council service across multiple years reveals a consistent dedication to community well-being, resident support, and fostering a safer, more equitable borough. His focus has demonstrably intensified in recent years, with a significant emphasis on tangible community development and direct resident support.

Key Themes and Priorities: Across his tenure, Grewal has consistently prioritized resident support, community development, and safety. This is evident in his involvement with initiatives aimed at improving local services, addressing community concerns, and promoting equality. In earlier years, this manifested in engagement with broader planning and safety improvements. More recently, his role as Cabinet Member for Residents Support, Communities and Equalities has allowed him to directly champion and implement programs focused on these areas.

Evolution of Focus: While Grewal has always been engaged with community matters, his recent years, particularly 2025, show a clear evolution towards a more hands-on and strategic leadership role. The introduction and championing of specific reports and programs, such as the Investing in Advice Services for Hounslow's Residents and the Safer Communities Improvement Programme, highlight a shift from broader engagement to driving specific policy and service improvements. The transformation of libraries into Community Hubs in 2025 is a prime example of this evolution, showcasing a commitment to creating vital community spaces.

Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years): In 2025, Grewal's contributions were particularly impactful. He was instrumental in the transformation of borough libraries into Community Hubs, a significant initiative that he described as

a great example of the Council's investment in the community and residents.
His advocacy for Investing in Advice Services for Hounslow's Residents and the Safer Communities Improvement Programme demonstrates a commitment to providing essential support and enhancing resident safety. Furthermore, his championing of initiatives tackling child poverty and promoting equality, including the equality by place initiative and a summer employment program for women, underscores his dedication to social equity.

In 2024, Grewal continued to build on these themes, co-reporting and moving recommendations for the Cranford Meadowbank Community Hub , further solidifying his commitment to tangible community development. His involvement in extending the Council Police Funded Team also points to a sustained focus on borough safety.

Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest: A consistent pattern throughout Grewal's service is his active engagement with residents and his dedication to amplifying their voices. Whether reporting on petitions, celebrating community contributions through awards, or advising on benefits issues, he consistently demonstrates a desire to connect with and serve the community. His role as Cabinet Member for Residents Support, Communities and Equalities has provided a platform to formalize and expand this long-standing interest. While his presence in the 2026 Central Hounslow Area Forum meeting was noted, no specific actions or statements were recorded, suggesting a period of observation or less direct involvement in that particular forum, especially when compared to the detailed activities of the preceding years.

Yearly Activity Timeline

In 2026, Ajmer Grewal was a member of the Central Hounslow Area Forum. No specific statements or actions were recorded for Ajmer Grewal during the January 22, 2026 meeting.

Monthly Activity in 2026

During January 2026, Ajmer Grewal was a member of the Central Hounslow Area Forum. No specific statements or actions were recorded for Ajmer Grewal in the provided documentation for the meeting on January 22, 2026.

Meetings in January 2026
Central Hounslow Area Forum - Thursday, 22 January 2026 7:30 pm - 22 January 2026

Ajmer Grewal was a member of the Central Hounslow Area Forum at the meeting on January 22, 2026. No specific statements or actions were recorded for Ajmer Grewal in the provided documentation.

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Cabinet

Cabinet - Tuesday, 15 April 2025 7:00 pm

Councillor Shantanu Rajawat, Leader of the Council, chaired a meeting of the Cabinet where members approved the merger of two schools, agreed to consult on a new draft housing strategy, and initiated a review of enforcement activities in the borough. The Cabinet also approved the completion of the Third Party Spend Programme and the Safer Communities Improvement Programme, reallocating underspent funds.

April 15, 2025
Cabinet Question Time

Cabinet Question Time - Tuesday, 8 April 2025 6:30 pm

April 08, 2025
Borough Council

Borough Council - Tuesday, 25 March 2025 7:30 pm

The Hounslow Borough Council meeting included the adoption of a new transport strategy, discussion of member allowances, and a review of the council's constitution. Councillors also approved the appointment of independent members to the Audit and Governance Committee and addressed questions on street lighting and other local issues.

March 25, 2025
Central Hounslow Area Forum

Central Hounslow Area Forum - Monday, 24 March 2025 7:30 pm

The Central Hounslow Area Forum met to discuss community health, review actions, and provide a platform for public questions. The meeting was scheduled to include a presentation on the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy, a review of the action tracker, and an open forum for questions from the public.

March 24, 2025
Cabinet

Cabinet - Tuesday, 18 March 2025 7:00 pm

The Cabinet approved the Children's Model of Care Programme update, the transition of the Youth, Skills and Employment Guarantee (YSEG) Programme to business as usual, and the initiation of the Corporate Services Contract Review Project. It also approved the Childcare Sufficiency Annual Report 2023-24 for publication on the council website, the implementation of a new Public Space Protection Order to prevent alcohol-related antisocial behaviour, and the allocation of funds to refresh the council's recycling fleet.

March 18, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

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Additional Information for the Meeting

From: Borough Council - Tuesday, 22 July 2025 7:30 pm - July 22, 2025

...to approve recommendations regarding appointments to committees and other bodies, including changes to Cabinet membership, Planning Committee leadership and membership, and representation on external organizations, while also delegating authority to the Chief Executive for ensuring political proportionality in future appointments.

Recommendations Approved

Date of Next Meeting

From: Borough Council - Tuesday, 22 July 2025 7:30 pm - July 22, 2025

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 40

Average per Month: 1.8

Decisions Recorded: 149