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Councillor Abdul Patel

Abdul has been a Local Councillor for 20 years and has lived in Little Harwood most of his life – many residents know him and his family. He is a qualified Social Worker graduated from University Of Central Lancashire and works as Independent Reviewing Officer. Abdul has been a school governor and board member of Little Harwood Children’s
Centre.

Address: 6 Brooklands Terrace, Blackburn, BB1 5NT

Telephone: 01254 677344

E-mail: abdul.patel@blackburn.gov.uk

"I have a record of achievement in the community and care passionately about Little Harwood with Whitebirk working with my colleagues. I know what people are going through within their lives as I work with children and families." Councillor Abdul Patel

Councillor Sonia Khan

Sonia is thirty-one years old and was born and bred in Blackburn. She was educated here all the way from Nursery to University, where she got her honours degree in Criminal Law and Justice. She is a former mayoress of the Borough and currently a Shift Supervisor/Manager at Capita.

Address: c/o Democratic Services, Town Hall, Blackburn, BB1 7DY

Telephone: 07929 070508

E-mail: sonia.khan@blackburn.gov.uk

"As a local resident living in the heart of the community , I get personal satisfaction from the fact I am able to contribute in making a difference to life of the local community as a whole." Councillor Sonia Khan

Councillor Mustafa Desai

Mustafa lives on Whalley Old Road, at the heart of Little Harwood, having been a local resident for many years. Up until 2018 he was a Councillor for the Queens Park Ward, having served for eight years, during which time he gained significant experience and held the position of Executive Member for Public Health and Adult Social Care.

Address: 350 Whalley Old Road, Blackburn, BB1 5SB

Telephone: 07900894000

E-mail: mustafa.desai@blackburn.gov.uk

"As a local resident I understand the issues that people are facing in our area. My Council experience equips me well for the task of solving problems, supporting residents and speaking up for Little Harwood, Whitebirk and Sunny Bower." Councillor Mustafa Desai