Hounslow Conservative Group Elects New Leader
Peter Thompson pledges a continuation of constructive opposition
Cllr Peter Thompson with Cllr Ron Mushiso and Cllr Jack Emsley
Chiswick Riverside councillor Peter Thompson has been elected as Leader of the Conservative Group on Hounslow Council. Formerly leader of the Borough of Hounslow for four years, Cllr Thompson was elected at the Conservative Group AGM on Monday evening (30 May) to replace Chiswick Homefields Councillor Gerald McGregor after two years in the role.
Cllr Thompson pledged to continue what he described as his predecessor’s policy of constructive opposition to the new Labour administration. In addition to pushing the council to adopt a cleaner, greener recovery, Cllr Thompson he says he will fight for a council which listens to residents on local issues such as transport, development and the cost of living.
“I’m extremely honoured to be asked by my colleagues to lead the Conservative Group on Hounslow Council,” said Cllr Thompson. “Post-election, and post-pandemic, residents want a new deal from their local council. I am determined to act as a strong voice both for the Conservative opposition, but also for residents across the borough who want more from this council.”
In his acceptance speech Cllr Thompson paid tribute to Cllr McGregor’s hard work as leader of the opposition both during the pandemic and throughout the local election campaign. Cllr McGregor led the local Conservative Party to a net gain of councillors in May’s election, bucking the national trend.
Cllr Thompson will lead the group at this Tuesday’s (31 May) Council AGM, the first formal meeting of the new council since the local elections on 5 May.
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May 31, 2022