United KingdomDevolved executives & mayorsLabour PartyLondon · London Borough of NewhamMayor of Newham
Forhad Hussain
Profile
Forhad Hussain is a British politician serving as the Mayor of Newham since May 2026. A lifelong resident of Plaistow, he previously served as a Labour councillor for Plaistow North from 2010 to 2018. During his time as a councillor, he held senior cabinet positions, including Cabinet Member for Commercial Opportunities and Cabinet Member for Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour. He assumed the mayoral office following the 2026 local elections, representing the Labour Party in a period of significant political transition for the borough.
Details
- Born
- Newham, London
- Birth place
- Plaistow, Newham, United Kingdom
- Career
- Labour Councillor for Plaistow North (2010-2018), Cabinet Member for Newham Council
