Mayor

Cllr Tushar Kumar was duly elected as Mayor of Elstree and Borehamwood at the Town Council’s Annual meeting held on 13 May 2026.

Mayor Tushar Kumar’s’ Deputy Mayor is Cllr Linda Smith.

Dear residents,

It is the greatest privilege and honour of my life to serve as Mayor of Elstree & Borehamwood. To represent the town I proudly call home is something I am truly humbled by, and I am incredibly grateful for all the kindness, encouragement and support I have received from residents across our community.

What has always inspired me most about Elstree & Borehamwood is its people. Over the years, I have had the privilege of meeting residents from all walks of life whose kindness, resilience and community spirit make our town such a special place. Whether through volunteering, supporting neighbours, fundraising for local causes or simply looking out for one another, it is the people of our town who truly make this community what it is.

One of my priorities during my Mayoral year is to be a Mayor who is present within the community- listening to residents, supporting local charities and organisations, and highlighting the incredible work taking place across our town every single day. I also hope my appointment encourages more young people to become involved in community life and public service, and shows that age should never be a barrier to making a difference.

My chosen charity for the year is WD6 Food Support, an organisation that supports around 250 families each week within our community. As many households continue to face increasing pressures, the work they do has never been more important.

I look forward to meeting many more residents throughout the year ahead and serving our wonderful community with dedication, humility and pride.

Cllr Tushar Kumar
Mayor of Elstree & Borehamwood