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London: Former event organiser Amir Shahzad after Lunch with Pir Masood Chishti vice chairman Pakistan Bar Council hosted by Choudhry Rizwan Sulehria, a London-based Principal Solicitor at Briton Solicitors.

Air Vice Marshal Muhammad Amir Hayat, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Pakistan International Airlines PIA called on High Commissioner, Dr Muhammad Faisal at Pakistan High Commission London. CEO PIA thanked the High Commissioner for his untiring efforts and all out support for resumption of PIA flights to the United Kingdom, deputy General Manager Public Affairs PIA, Athar Hasan Awan was also present at the occasion.

Zain Ali Khan: 
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom hosted a special Eid reception last week at 10 Downing Street, bringing together a wide range of community leaders, parliamentarians, ministers, faith representatives, and members of diverse cultural backgrounds from across the country. The event, organised by the Prime Minister’s Office, was a vibrant and inclusive celebration of Eid, reflecting the rich diversity of British society. Attendees from various communities and faiths gathered to mark the occasion, highlighting the importance of unity, mutual respect, and interfaith harmony.
10 Downing Street was beautifully decorated for the occasion with lights and floral arrangements, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The reception was not only a celebration for the Muslim community but a shared moment of togetherness for people of all backgrounds, reinforcing the message that the UK is a home for everyone.
The Labour Asians Society was honoured to be among the invited organisations and appreciated the Prime Minister and his team for hosting such a meaningful and inclusive event. The gathering demonstrated a strong commitment to celebrating cultural diversity and strengthening community cohesion across the nation.
The message of the evening was clear: the government stands for unity, equality, and inclusion, embracing all communities, cultures, and faiths that contribute positively to the fabric of British society.
The Labour Asians Society also expressed its enthusiasm to continue working collaboratively with the government, the Labour Party, and all communities to promote unity, equality, and shared progress across the United Kingdom.

Sir Kair Starmer Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Atta ul Haq Chairman Labour Asians Society at 10 Downing Street

Shabana Mahmood Home Secretary speaksat 10 Downing Street

Sir Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, speaks at 10 Downing Street

Tajammul Gurmani:
The opposition parties have failed to reach a seat adjustment in the local elections of Manchester City Council (MCC) against the ruling Labour Party. The Green Party, Workers Party, and Yours Party earlier joined hands last month and announced support for Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer, who won the parliamentary by-election by a huge margin against Labour and Reform UK. After dropping support for the Green Party, the Workers Party has announced its candidates in nine wards for the local elections to be held on May 7.
According to details, all three opposition parties could not successfully make a seat adjustment and have announced separate candidates in Manchester. After this new development and division among their ranks, they will face heavyweight Labour and Reform Party candidates and may not be able to secure their seats.

Workers Party leader Cllr Shahbaz Sarwar, talking to The London Post, said they had tried to collaborate with the Green Party, but unfortunately, at some points, they were let us down. He said that during the last parliamentary by-election, when the Green Party came to Manchester, we helped them win the seat, and the aim was that in the local elections, the Greens would support us as well. He added that it was not a formal seat adjustment but an opportunity where each party would support the other’s strong candidates; however, this did not happen. He further said that the Green Party gained Muslim votes on the basis of Gaza and calls for no war in the Middle East, but after winning the seat, Green Party leader Zeck Polanski mentioned in his speech that the victory was based on local issues. He said that for the local elections, Yours Party still has arrangements with the Workers Party and wants to continue cooperation, but the Greens have not honoured the first agreement. He added that they have a verbal agreement with Yours Party, and both sides may support each other’s candidates. “In Manchester, we are looking at nine candidates standing in wards including Longsight, Levenshulme, Burnage, Rusholme, and Fallowfield. We will contest this election against Labour and the Green Party. We have issued the tickets and will launch the election campaign this week,” he added.

Wajahat Ali Khan:
British Pakistani Mayor’s association (BPMA)arranged a lunch event in London which was held on 28th March 2926. Hon Alderman Mushtaq Lasharie CBE hosted the event. Lasharie is a prominent London-based community leader and also chairman of the British Pakistani Mayor’s Association.
The event was attended by a large number of councillors, mayors, deputy mayors and people from all walks of life. In which Cllr. Ghazanfar Ali, Cllr. Mohammad Nazir, Cllr. Amjad Abbasi, Cllr. Tariq Dar MBE, Cllr. Munir Ahmed, Cllr. Arshad Mahmood, Cllr. Qaisar Abbas, Cllr. Asim Naveed Ranjha, Cllr.Nooria Sayni. Tauseef Anwar, Masood Ahmed were included. Speaking on the occasion, Mushtaq Lashari and other speakers said that, British Pakistani Mayors Association doing very well in London. Because the British Pakistani community in London continues to make a strong and positive impact in civic life, and the (BPMA) is a clear example of this progress who brings together mayors and civic leaders of Pakistani heritage from across the United Kingdom, creating a platform for collaboration, leadership, and community development. The association focuses on promoting peace, harmony, and unity among diverse communities. It provides opportunities for leaders to share experiences, support each other, and work collectively on initiatives that benefit wider society.
In London, where there is one of the largest British Pakistani populations in the UK, such organisations play a vital role. The city is home to a vibrant and diverse Pakistani community, contributing significantly to politics, business, and cultural life.
The BPMA has also been active in organising community events, celebrating important occasions such as Pakistan Day, and strengthening ties between the UK and Pakistan. These activities highlight the importance of representation and encourage future generations to take part in public service.
It reflects the growing influence and success of British Pakistanis in leadership roles and continues to inspire unity, pride, and positive engagement within the community.

Tajammul Gurmani:
Manchester:
The Labour Asian Society successfully hosted a fundraising dinner last weekend in Manchester for support of Andrew Western MP, Minister for Transformation.
The evening brought together an esteemed gathering of senior political figures, community leaders, and members of the business community. Among the distinguished guests were the Rt Hon Lucy Powell MP, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party the Rt Hon Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, Afzal Khan MP and Lord Wajid Khan, alongside numerous parliamentarians, dignitaries, and representatives from across the community.
The event highlighted strong support for Andrew Western MP and underscored the importance of collaboration across political and community lines. Speakers throughout the evening emphasised shared commitments to unity, equality and faith. There was a collective call to work together to strengthen these values within both the Labour Party and the wider country.
In their remarks, speakers reiterated that this is a pivotal moment to remain united, to move forward collectively, and to build a stronger, more inclusive future. Andrew Western MP expressed his sincere gratitude to all attendees, thanking every individual who contributed to the success of the fundraising dinner and for their continued support. The Labour Asian Society was also commended for its efforts in organising a highly successful and impactful evening that brought together diverse voices in a spirit of solidarity and shared purpose.