About Navin

Navin Shah has lived in Brent and Harrow with his family for over 30 years. An architect by profession, Navin is a well known, award winning, community activist.

In May 2008 he will be the Labour candidate for the London Assembly in Brent and Harrow.

Navin brings a wealth of experience to the role, his CV includes: 

·        Leadership:  Leader of Harrow Council 2004-2006

·        Public Services:  Member of Harrow Police Consultative Group, supported Safer Neighbourhood Teams, London Fire Emergency Planning Authority member; worked with Transport for London.

·        Making London great:   West London Alliance member working on the Olympics, Tourism and the Mayor’s London Plan; London Development Agency member.

·        Community Relations:Harrow Anti Racist Alliance Founder member, Labour’s Ethnic Minority Taskforce member.

Navin pledges to:

1.Tackle crime effectively to make Brent and Harrow safer.

2.Create a better environment with greener and cleaner streets.

3.Put affordable housing first.

4.Improve community relations.

5.Provide better opportunities and facilities for young and old.

 What Others Say

“Navin’s contribution as a leader has been immense. He commands respect in Brent and Harrow.” Tony McNulty MP for Harrow East

"Navin’s local government experience and professional expertise are ideally suited to the work of the London Assembly.” Gareth Thomas MP for Harrow West

 

"I can vouch for Navin's track record, ability and drive to work across the borough boundaries. He has workd year in year out with Brent's communities and politicians. He attracts huge support and is highly regarded and respected by all who know him." Ramesh Patel, Former Mayor - Brent Council

 

"Navin was instrumental in fighting for and helping us to set up the Centre. He continues to work hard to sustain high quality and affordable social care services. Navin ceaselessly champions the cause of the elderly and most vulnerable people in our community." Cllr Margaret Davine - Chair - Womens Centre.

 

"Navin is well known for networking with community groups and has a true belief in partnership working. He is a founder member of Harrow Anti-Racist Alliance and has worked actively with the Harrow Council for Racial Equality since its inception over 25 years ago."  Donovan Elliott