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28th November 2024 / 29th November 2024 by Serena Ferrari
This article argues that recent Labour electoral losses could have been avoided if Labour had still been a party of communities, with voices from communities heard in government. But it is largely comprised of political careerists who have no roots in any community other than their own, “Which lot are you from then? It’s a good job you’re from the Greens or I would have given you a right mouthful. I would have said that you’ve stuffed the pensioners and now we’re going to stuff you” Said on the doorstep during the Farnley & Wortley by-election, Leeds, October 2024 - won by the Green Party from Labour.
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28th November 2024 by Serena Ferrari
Wetherby’s lack of a train station, mass transit, and reliable bus connectivity makes proposed parking charges a serious concern. These charges could harm the town’s economy, especially for low-wage retail and hospitality workers, who might face unaffordable costs of £600 per year. This could force many to seek employment elsewhere, impacting both the workforce and local businesses.
15th November 2024 by Serena Ferrari
A UN special committee has said that Israeli policies and practices in Gaza are “consistent with the characteristics of genocide”. The committee, set up in 1968 to monitor the Israeli occupation, also said in its annual report that there were serious concerns that Israel was “using starvation as a weapon of war.” Israel has intensified […]
15th November 2024 / 15th November 2024 by Serena Ferrari
A growing number of MPs are weighing up whether to leave social media website X, reports Politics Home, citing concerns over the platform’s role in spreading hate and disinformation. This trend reflects a broader movement among politicians distancing themselves from X due to its increasingly toxic environment. Carla Denyer, co-leader of the Green Party, who joined […]
Green Party News & Opinions Press Release
On 14 November, Ellie Chowns MP made her debut on BBC Question Time, joining Fiona Bruce and a panel of notable figures for an hour of live debate from Basingstoke, Hampshire. The discussion featured Ellie alongside Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds MP, former Conservative Education Secretary Damian Hinds MP, Greg Jackson, CEO […]
Events Green Party News & Opinions
25th July 2024 / 27th July 2024 by Serena Ferrari
Harehills, Leeds 23 July – On the evening of Tuesday, 23rd July, Cllr Mothin Ali organised a community event to support the Harehills residents following the unrest of the previous week. With remarkable speed, Cllr Ali, alongside Baroness Natalie Bennett, Romanian MP Antonio Andrusceac, the Leeds Green Party and community groups, rallied a large number of residents and a diverse array of speakers to attend the gathering at St. Aidan’s Church.
20th July 2024 / 20th July 2024 by Serena Ferrari
Press Release – Leeds Green Party, 20th of July 2024. Green Councillor Mothin Ali calls for unity and calm In response to the troubling scenes that unfolded the 18th of July in Harehills, Mothin Ali has issued a heartfelt appeal for unity and calm within the community. The incident occurred when children from a local family […]
17th July 2024 / 17th July 2024 by Serena Ferrari
The decision to close Little Owls nurseries in Gipton North, Seacroft and Chapel Allerton, has sparked significant backlash from parents and carers. Parents have criticised the council for what they see as a rushed and inadequate consultation process. Many felt excluded from meaningful participation, as consultation meetings were held at inconvenient times, and some parents were not even aware that the consultations were happening. Watch the video https://youtu.be/VOxCq3_h1A4
Events
4th July 2024 / 4th July 2024 by Serena Ferrari
In an age where political discourse often feels stagnant, Natalie Bennett's latest book, Change Everything: How We Can Rethink, Repair, and Rebuild Society, offers a breath of fresh air. Released on March 21, this groundbreaking work provides a roadmap for achieving freedom, prosperity, health, and resilience through innovative thinking and practical solutions.
2024 General Election Events Green Party News & Opinions Local News
1st July 2024 / 12th October 2024 by Matt Rogan
On Sunday 30th June, we were delighted to welcome Baroness Natalie Bennett, a Green Party peer in the House of Lords, to Leeds. Natalie and party members & supporters met at Hyde Park Book Club to discuss the forthcoming General Election, with polling day just four days away! Thank you to all who came along, […]
Green Party News & Opinions
3rd June 2024 / 3rd June 2024 by Serena Ferrari
Zack Polanski, Deputy Leader of the Green Party, addresses the attacks on Green Party members in this YouTube video. In his discussion, Polanski emphasides the increasing scrutiny and challenges faced by the Green Party and underscored the importance of inclusivity.
2nd June 2024 / 3rd June 2024 by Serena Ferrari
The Green Party has repeated its call for a full bilateral ceasefire, the release of all hostages, the suspension of arms exports to Israel, and for key players in the Netanyahu government to be held accountable for possible war crimes, six months on from the 7 October attacks by Hamas.
6th May 2024 / 3rd June 2024 by Stewart Christie
Like many across the world, I have been deeply impacted by the dreadful conflict currently underway in Gaza. The International Court of Justice has stated that this conflict meets the case for plausible genocide. Unfortunately, the inaccurate reporting and misrepresentation of my acceptance speech have led to a great deal of hate and hostility directed towards me. I want to clarify that it is not unusual for someone of my faith to use the phrase ‘Allahu Akbar’ as an expression of gratitude and celebration. However, some have sought to misrepresent this, which I believe suggests an underlying issue of Islamophobia.
2nd May 2024 / 3rd June 2024 by Serena Ferrari
The Green Party is a rapidly growing alternative to the two-party system, offering a dynamic and diverse political landscape.
6th February 2019 / 3rd June 2024 by Serena Ferrari
From potholes to Palestine, Antisocial behaviour to (net) Zero Emissions the Leeds Green Party cares passionately about the issues that matter to you from hyper local to global and all things in between.
