Representative Deputy Lieutenant for the London Borough of Redbridge

Thomas Chan Esq DL

Appointed Rep DL: June 2014

Thomas is of Hong Kong Chinese origin and has worked in the voluntary and public sectors. He has served on various public committees including the Metropolitan Police Committee and the Home Secretary’s Race Relations Forum.

In 2001, he started his own business specialising in delivering business consultancy support for small and medium size enterprises. He has been active in supporting the UK’s Chinese community for over thirty years with the aim of promoting better dialogue between UK policy makers and members of the community.

Thomas served as a Councillor in the London Borough of Redbridge for 12 years and in 2009/10, he was elected Mayor of the Borough – the first ethnic Chinese to hold this position in the UK.

He enjoys films, current affairs and travelling.

Further information can be found at https://www.redbridge.gov.uk/

Mont Rose College in Ilford celebrates its Fifth Graduation Ceremony

Friday 28th June 2019

Thomas Chan, attended the fifth graduation ceremony at Mont Rose College, honouring the achievements of more than 200 students. The graduates were presented with their diplomas and – those with outstanding grades and attendance – awards for their performance. The event was presided by Professor Nick Braisby, Vice Chancellor of Buckinghamshire New University.

Image source: Ilford Recorder