Rosindell Launches Reform UK Team 23 Romford 2026 

Key Points

• Andrew Rosindell MP, Havering’s Reform UK Member of Parliament, launched his Romford Reform UK Team 23 on Thursday, 7th May 2026, targeting all 23 council seats in the Romford constituency for the local elections.
• The campaign pledges to restore pride to Romford, reduce bureaucracy, cut waste, and regain local control from Sadiq Khan’s City Hall.
• Rosindell criticises past Conservative, Labour, and Havering Residents’ Association (HRA) councils for failures, calling for a complete change in administration.
• Key aims include protecting travel passes, revitalising Romford town centre, defending Havering’s “Town and Country Borough” character against over-development, and cleaning up litter and fly-tipping.
• Top 10 priorities listed, including reviewing parking policies, protecting parks, restoring historic town crests, promoting civic pride, and flying the Union Jack at the Town Hall.
• Rosindell positions the election as a referendum on Sadiq Khan and Labour’s influence, urging voters to back Reform UK over weakened Conservatives.

Romford (East London Times) April 9, 2026 –Andrew Rosindell MP launched his Reform UK Team 23 campaign to contest all 23 council seats in Romford for the Havering London Borough Council elections today, pledging to restore pride to the town and reclaim control from London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s City Hall.

Speaking at the launch, Havering’s Reform UK Member of Parliament declared, “Our Town Hall Is Broken – It’s Time To Restore Pride to Romford and Control back to Havering.” As reported directly from Mr Rosindell’s campaign statement, he stated:

“Havering is at a crossroads. Our Town Hall is broken. That’s why I believe local people in Romford must now rally behind Reform UK and give Havering a fresh start with new people in charge who will put Havering first.”

The MP is leading Team 23 with a message aimed at local residents, emphasising a need for change after years of what he describes as failure by previous administrations. Mr Rosindell said:

“Havering needs Reform and only a complete change of administration in the Town Hall will put our borough in a better place after years of failure, let down and betrayal by Conservative, Labour and Residents’ Association led councils, all of whom must take the blame for the state Havering is now in.”

Why is Andrew Rosindell Launching a Reform UK Team in Romford?

Mr Rosindell outlined specific motivations for joining Reform UK and contesting the elections. He explained one key reason for his party switch:

“One of the main reasons I decided to join Nigel Farage and Reform UK is that they are the only party willing to stand up to Khan and break free of the control that the Mayor of London has over boroughs like Havering.”

He added that only a Reform UK council working with a Reform UK government could restore full control over finances and planning.

On planning, the MP committed to keeping Havering a “Town and Country Borough” and preventing Romford from becoming a “concrete jungle,” which he attributes to policies supported by Sadiq Khan, Conservatives, and the HRA. Mr Rosindell reiterated his core message:

“Havering is at a crossroads. Our Town Hall is broken. That’s why I believe local people in Romford must now rally behind Reform UK and give Havering a fresh start with new people in charge who will put Havering first. My local Team 23 is standing to be Romford’s councillors who will be working with me all year round to help local people with local issues and focus on everyday concerns that are important to us, as local residents.”

The campaign slogan underscores this focus:

“Will fight for Romford and look after our town, always putting local people first!”

What Are Reform UK’s Plans for Havering Council?

Mr Rosindell positioned the 7th May election as “a referendum on Khan and Starmer’s Labour,” warning that only Reform UK can prevent them gaining power in the Town Hall, as occurred four years ago with HRA support. He described Conservatives as

“too weak and hav[ing] no idea what they stand for anymore,”

urging those with conservative values to vote Reform UK.

The MP called for

“hard-working and committed local councillors who will stand up for residents, get things done to improve our local community, restore pride in Romford and protect our ‘Town and Country Borough’ from the Labour Mayor of London and the Labour Government.”

In closing his launch remarks, he appealed directly:

“As a Havering M.P., I ask local people across the borough to please vote for their local Reform UK candidates on 7th May and especially for my Team 23 in Romford, who if elected, will work with me to look after Romford and put Havering Town Hall back in safe hands.”

What Are the Top 10 Priorities for Reform UK in Romford?

Mr Rosindell confirmed the following as the top ten priorities for Reform UK Romford if elected:

1. Fix Havering, reduce council bureaucracy and cut waste in the Town Hall to save money and put our finances in order.
2. Restore local control back to Havering from Khan’s City Hall.
3. Protect the Freedom Pass, the 60+ Travel Pass and the Oyster Card.
4. Put pride back into Romford and revitalise our town centre.
5. Keep Havering a Town and Country Borough, defend Romford’s character and stop over-development.
6. Clean-up Havering, clamp down on litter, fly-tipping and graffiti.
7. Review current parking policies and stop unfair penalties and fines.
8. Look after our parks, open spaces and protect the environment.
9. Restore our Romford and Hornchurch historic town crests and promote local pride and identity to communities and neighbourhoods throughout Havering, such as Collier Row, Gidea Park, Rush Green, Havering-atte-Bower and Hornchurch.
10. Promote civic pride and fly the Union Jack above our Town Hall once again, shamefully taken down by the Labour/H.R.A. administration four years ago. Always fly the Cross of St. George for England, our Essex County flag and those that represent our proud Royal and military traditions. A Reform UK council will end the woke craziness in our Town Hall and respect all Havering residents equally.

These priorities cover finances, local autonomy, transport, town centre improvements, development controls, environmental cleanliness, parking, green spaces, heritage, and civic symbols.

How Does This Campaign Fit into Havering’s Political Landscape?

The launch comes amid ongoing debates in Havering over council governance, with Rosindell highlighting perceived betrayals by past councils. No additional statements from opposing parties were included in the launch materials, keeping the focus on Reform UK’s platform.

Team 23 candidates will work year-round on local issues if elected, targeting everyday concerns for Romford residents.

Background of the Development

Havering London Borough Council elections occur every four years, with the last held in 2022 resulting in a Labour-HRA coalition administration. Andrew Rosindell has represented Romford as MP since 2001, initially for the Conservatives before defecting to Reform UK.

The borough, known as a “Town and Country Borough,” spans suburban and rural areas, with Romford as its main commercial centre. Past controversies include council flag policies, development pressures from London-wide plans, and financial strains under mayoral oversight. This launch builds on Reform UK’s rising local presence following national gains.

Prediction: How This Development Can Affect Romford Residents

A Reform UK win in Romford’s 23 seats could shift council priorities towards reduced bureaucracy and local control, potentially leading to cuts in administrative spending and challenges to City Hall policies on funding and planning. Residents might see protections for travel passes and parking reviews, alongside efforts to clean streets and preserve green spaces.

Town centre revitalisation and heritage restorations could enhance local identity. However, opposition from other parties might result in coalition dynamics or legal disputes over flag and development policies. Voter turnout on 7th May will determine if these changes materialise, directly influencing service delivery and borough autonomy for Romford households.