Councillor Ryan Jude is the Cabinet Member for Climate, Ecology and Culture at Westminster City Council. His portfolios include: Climate and ecological Action; Libraries and Registrars; Culture and Tourism; Parks and Open Spaces. Ryan has represented Lancaster Gate ward since 2022 and was previously Deputy Cabinet Member for Climate Action and Biodiversity, since May 2022, and co-authored the Labour Group’s green manifesto ahead of the local elections.

Ryan grew up in the North West, and originally moved to London to study at Imperial College London. He now leads a team at an environmental non-profit, advising the UK Government on green finance policy and working closely with businesses, councils and third sector organisations, following previous roles in finance focused on renewable energy and infrastructure. He is also on the Board of a charity supporting vulnerable people in the North West.