Ealing Conservatives set out case for change

Ealing Conservatives have set out their message to voters ahead of next month’s local elections (7 May 2026), saying they are “ready to deliver a cleaner, safer and more prosperous borough” after years of Labour control.

In a statement, Ealing Conservatives criticised the Labour-run Ealing Council, claiming basic services have declined and residents are getting less while paying more. The council has been under Labour control since 2010.

They said: “After sixteen years in control of Ealing Council, Labour is failing to get the basics right. Our streets are filthy, fly-tipping is out of control, residents feel less safe, our high streets are struggling.”

The statement added: “Residents are paying more than ever, on average £800 a year more in council tax than a decade ago. We are paying more for less.”

It said: “With their overwhelming majority, Labour has grown complacent… time and again, residents are ignored,” pointing to disputes over controlled parking zones in Greenford and changes to short-stay parking.

The Conservatives, who last ran the council between 2006 and 2010, said: “Labour councillors have stayed silent while police numbers have fallen and front counters have closed,” referencing decisions under London mayor Sadiq Khan.

On its priorities, the statement said: “Safety is our top priority,” outlining plans to fund additional officers, expand CCTV and improve street lighting, alongside measures to tackle fly-tipping and support high streets.

The party is fielding 70 candidates across all 24 wards.

The statement added: “Our team brings real-world experience, from entrepreneurs, lawyers, employment specialists and accountants to retired teachers and candidates who have worked in the NHS, the City and run successful businesses. It is a team standing up to Labour borough-wide and one that understands how to turn Ealing Council around.”

Full coverage of the Ealing Council local elections and candidates standing, can be found here.