Hounslow Council has appointed Robin Porter to be new Group Chair of the Lampton Group, its wholly owned subsidiary.
Published: Tuesday, 29th April 2025
Mr Porter will start in role in May and will be involved in fostering a unified Lampton Group structure, enhancing commercial operations, and developing effective relationships with key stakeholders.
The Leader of Hounslow Council, Councillor Shantanu Rajawat, said:
We are delighted that Robin is joining the Hounslow family, and by the commitment, experience, ideas and approaches he brings.
In recent years Lampton has evolved significantly to deliver quality environmental and housing services, leisure and wellness facilities to residents across the borough on behalf of Hounslow Council. Robin brings exactly the qualities and skills Lampton needs as it faces a new chapter and an exciting stage of development.
Before carrying out the role of Chief Executive at Luton Council (from May 2019 until the end of April this year) Robin Porter held a number of roles including Deputy Chief Executive; Director of Transformation; and Chief Operations Officer for London Luton Airport Limited. Robin has also worked as a senior manager in the project finance industry and has served as a British Army Officer.
Commenting on his appointment, Robin Porter said:
I’m delighted to be joining Lampton Group. Throughout my career I have led in roles where the organisation cares and is passionate about making a difference and Lampton is firmly in that mould.
Lampton delivers services that meet essential community needs and seeks to create financial value that can be reinvested in supporting Hounslow’s environmental, housing, and community goals through innovative approaches to local government operations.
Robert Overall, Interim Lampton Group Chair said:
Robin brings a wealth of commercial experience, strategic vision, and an unwavering commitment to public service. His leadership has consistently driven positive change, and I have no doubt that his passion and expertise will be invaluable in this role. He understands the power of collaboration, innovation and stability in delivering meaningful outcomes, and I look forward to seeing the impact he will make.
