Arise, Harrow’s newest political force, burst onto the local scene on 7 December 2025 with its first canvassing session in Marlborough ward, the seat currently held by the Labour opposition leader on Harrow Council. The party, founded on 27 August and launched in Harrow with the support of Jeremy Corbyn MP, is led by former councillor, parliamentary candidate, and Peace and Justice Project director Pamela Fitzpatrick.
Ms Fitzpatrick, who is standing as Arise’s lead candidate in Marlborough, told residents that the party’s determination would not be dampened by weather or political pressure. “We’ll be out whether it’s raining or sunny because Harrow deserves better than what we’ve got. Whether it’s Labour or Conservative in council or in government, we have the same thing: people are struggling in Harrow, and they need change,” she said, as volunteers took to the streets for the party’s debut community outreach.
Joining Ms Fitzpatrick on the Marlborough slate are Sheila Guhadsan and Asha Mohamed, both long-standing community activists whose local engagement forms part of the party’s claim to offer a fresh, grounded alternative to traditional politics.
Arise’s introductory leaflet describes the group as an exciting new movement created by residents who feel that Harrow has been neglected for too long. While several candidates bring political experience, the party emphasises that its strength lies in those who are already embedded in neighbourhood initiatives, volunteering and organising to deliver practical support.
Arise’s early vision for Harrow sets out a bold local agenda, including new community spaces, free council-provided home care, publicly owned and operated care homes, and a civic centre restored to the heart of the borough. The party also pledges to address the persistent lack of support for children with special educational needs and to convert empty flats into council housing. With its first canvass complete and its message beginning to resonate, Arise has signalled that it intends to be a serious contender in next year’s council elections.
Ms Fitzpatrick, who is standing as Arise’s lead candidate in Marlborough, told residents that the party’s determination would not be dampened by weather or political pressure. “We’ll be out whether it’s raining or sunny because Harrow deserves better than what we’ve got. Whether it’s Labour or Conservative in council or in government, we have the same thing: people are struggling in Harrow, and they need change,” she said, as volunteers took to the streets for the party’s debut community outreach.
Joining Ms Fitzpatrick on the Marlborough slate are Sheila Guhadsan and Asha Mohamed, both long-standing community activists whose local engagement forms part of the party’s claim to offer a fresh, grounded alternative to traditional politics.
Arise’s introductory leaflet describes the group as an exciting new movement created by residents who feel that Harrow has been neglected for too long. While several candidates bring political experience, the party emphasises that its strength lies in those who are already embedded in neighbourhood initiatives, volunteering and organising to deliver practical support.
Arise’s early vision for Harrow sets out a bold local agenda, including new community spaces, free council-provided home care, publicly owned and operated care homes, and a civic centre restored to the heart of the borough. The party also pledges to address the persistent lack of support for children with special educational needs and to convert empty flats into council housing. With its first canvass complete and its message beginning to resonate, Arise has signalled that it intends to be a serious contender in next year’s council elections.
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