My name is Malla Reddy Gurram, an IT Consultant based in Southend-on-Sea.

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I relocated to the United Kingdom from South India two decades ago, and Great Britain has welcomed me and my family. Grateful for what I've received, I am driven to give back to the society where I reside. With a fervent desire to serve the community in any way possible, I've made the decision to join the Labour Party. They have offered me the opportunity to stand as a candidate for the upcoming Southend City council local elections in Leigh Ward.

Leigh has earned its reputation as one of the finest places to live, and it holds a special place in my heart. I am drawn to stand for Leigh Ward because of my deep-rooted passion for community service and the unique character of Leigh-on-Sea.

Labour 5 point pledges: 🗑️ Introduce a free bulky waste collection service 🕳️ Fix more potholes and pavements 👮‍♂️ Tackle antisocial behaviour 🎉 Attract more visitors to Southend 📚 Protect libraries and family centres

I am committed to aiding the Leigh community in addressing these local concerns. Thus, I am standing as a candidate for Leigh on Southend City council.