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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Love and solidarity to my brilliant colleague Carla - I'm really proud that she is being so open about this. The huge success the Green Party is seeing now wouldn't be possible without her years of hard work - we're standing on the shoulders of giants 💚

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NewsThump @newsthump.com · 22/05/2026

Anything to avoid the accusation of hypocrisy...

A simple satirical cartoon with a group of "patriots" at a rally, holding up a sign that says "SAVE OUR WOMEN", then underneath in smaller text "unless they disagree with us politically, then we'll shout abuse at them from the windows of our white vans". At the bottom, is the text being spoken by the sign holder, he is saying "I had to add the second bit to avoid being called a massive hypocrite".

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 22/05/2026

"He who pays the piper picks the tune..."

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Natalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

From the FT: "the two big parties are being replaced" Now's a great time: join.greenparty.org.uk

Stephen Bush: In many ways, the results so far are exactly what we’d expect. Labour has lost around 75 per cent of their council seats at by-elections for the past year and they are losing around that amount.
Ditto, the Conservatives, who have far fewer seats to defend, are losing theirs at a similar rate in per cent terms.
There are some exceptional results for the two thus far: Labour have held Hammersmith and Fulham, while the Conservatives are now the largest party in Wandsworth again.
But what unites essentially all the remaining places where what we used to call the traditional big two parties are now winning is that they are, well, a bit odd.
They are places that, for whatever reason, are particularly inhospitable to the Greens or to Nigel Farage, or where the incumbent council is particularly well run.
The problem for both is that the “normal” result in these local elections is one in which they are simply replaced: by the Greens, Liberal Democrats or Reform in the case of Labour, or by Reform or the Liberal Democrats in the case of the Conservatives.

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Earthwatch Europe @earthwatcheurope.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

It’s official: 13 brand new Tiny Forests are growing across the UK, thanks to the support of our fantastic volunteers!🌳 To find your nearest Tiny Forest, follow this link: tinyforest.earthwatch.org.uk/tiny-f…

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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

A please @labouruk.bsky.social, stop saying that it's up to us to stop Reform. YOU could stop a Reform government in 2029, by introducing the proportional representation so many in the country have been clamouring for. The only way Farage can win is through our crazy first-past-the-post system.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 08/05/2026

Happy 100th birthday to Sir David Attenborough. One of the most important natural history broadcasters, environmental educators and climate voices of our time. 💚

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

The Greens win our first ever directly elected Mayor - a huge historic victory! Huge congratulations to Zoë and the entire team. Two party politics isn't dying. It's dead and it's buried. And we're making hope normal again.

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

To everyone who chose hope and voted Green, sent messages of support, shared our message online & offline, delivered leaflets, and put up posters- a huge thank you! #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 07/05/2026

📈 230,000 Green Party members and counting. 💚 People are rejecting hate and division and opting for real hope and real change. 🗳️ And that change starts by voting Green before 10pm today!

REAL HOPE. REAL CHANGE.
230K GREEN PARTY MEMBERS
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

New poll just dropped! The only poll that matters is tomorrow. Please vote and if you can - get involved with your local campaign! Some of these seats are going to come to a handful of votes. Replace Labour. Stop Reform. Vote Green. 💚

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Tomorrow, on May 7th vote for a hopeful, positive future for Halstead. Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. www.handy.earth #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

I moved to Halstead in 2006.
I worked as a teacher in Halstead for 13 years, and now work in the town as a trainer/mentor for IT apprentices.
As a family we’ve engaged with the community across Halstead division—using services, joining clubs, attending events, getting involved.
Halstead is home for us, and I want the best for it.
I can’t promise to make everything perfect, politics isn’t like that, but a vote for me is a vote for someone who will give their all to help Halstead division be the best possible place to live and work.
Tomorrow, on May 7th vote for a hopeful, positive future for Halstead.
Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.
https://www.handy.earth
#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne
#EssexElections #LocalElections2026
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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

A Green vote is a vote for a party with a substantial local track record. #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

My priorities for County Hall... View all my campaign resources at www.handy.earth Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

My priorities are to campaign at County Hall for:
Affordable homes with appropriate services – New affordable housing alongside improved schools and health care
Support services for vulnerable people – Young families, lonely, those needing extra help
Fixed roads, improved buses & cycling support – Better road maintenance, enhanced bus services, cycling infrastructure, fair parking
Financial security support – Better help for those struggling with rising costs of living
Waste reduction and recycling – Cutting waste sent to the incinerator through improved recycling programmes
Community policing presence – Safer streets through stronger police and council partnership
Protection of green spaces – Stopping development pressure that threatens community greenery and environment
Hearing local voices – Ensuring Colne Engaine, Earls Colne, Greenstead Green, Gosfield, Halstead, Pebmarsh, and White Colne are properly represented
Local policies for a local election, from a local candidate representing a party with local experience.

View all my campaign resources at https://www.handy.earth

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Make sure you're ready to vote in the Essex County Council elections on Thursday 7 May. wheredoivote.co.uk #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

Make sure you're ready to vote in the Essex County Council elections on Thursday 7 May.

There has been a change to a polling station in Halstead from this year: if you previously voted in the portacabin on The Tythings you will now need to vote at The Three Pigeons near the corner of Mount Hill and Ramsey Road.

Polling stations will be open on Thursday 7 May from 7am-10pm

The address of your designated polling station can be found on your poll card. You can also find it by entering your postcode on the website linked to in the comments. https://wheredoivote.co.uk/

You need to show photo ID to vote at polling stations.

The most common forms of ID include a driving licence, passport, Blue Badge, PASS card, biometric residence permit and certain travel or national identity cards.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

We are not broken. We are a community. Choose a new, positive voice for Halstead. Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

We are not broken. We are a community. Choose a new, positive voice for Halstead.

You can see all my campaign posts in one place at www.handy.earth

Please share and like to spread the word!

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Financial security matters. I will work to ensure better support reaches those in Halstead division who need it most. Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

Financial security matters.

I will work to ensure better support reaches those in Halstead division who need it most.

You can see all my campaign posts in one place at www.handy.earth

Please share and like to spread the word!

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Reform, Labour and the Tories all take money from oil & gas giants and private healthcare interests. That tells you who they’re really working for. The Green Party doesn’t take that money. We answer to you - and to the future of our planet. Vote Green on Thursday. 💚

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LaindonFeminist @viviane49.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Nigel Farage isn’t distracting me from his £5m+ bung by threatening Green voters. You?

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 04/05/2026

Greens work harder to deliver for their communities. Vote Green on Thursday. 🗳️ ✅

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Support groups for young people, families, the lonely, and those needing extra help make stronger communities. Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

Support groups for young people, families, the lonely, and those needing extra help make stronger communities.
I will campaign to keep these services funded and available in Halstead division.

You can see all my campaign posts in one place at www.handy.earth

Please share and like to spread the word!

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

I will push for better recycling, and work with the council to make it happen. Please share and like to spread the word! Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

About half our waste in Halstead division is burned when much more could be recycled.
I will push for better recycling, and work with the council to make it happen.

You can see all my campaign posts in one place at www.handy.earth

Please share and like to spread the word!

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who has volunteered to deliver leaflets for me during this campaign. www.handy.earth Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026

Unlike some of the other political parties which accept huge donations from big businesses and billionaires, the Green Party can not afford to post multiple mailshots to houses in the area.

I am doing my best to ensure that as many residents in Halstead division as possible receive one of my leaflets, hand delivered.

If we don't get to you, you can still view my leaflet online here, and you can see all my campaign posts in one place at www.handy.earth

Please spread the word!

A huge thank you to everyone who has volunteered to deliver leaflets for me during this campaign.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne Promoted by Philip Hughes on behalf of Karl Handy and/or Witham & Braintree Green Party both at 163 Honeysuckle Way, Witham, Essex, CM8 2YD.

A new voice for Halstead and the surrounding villages.

Wanting the best for everyone, and prepared to work hard year-round to represent the whole community.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

My amazing volunteers have been delivering my leaflets this week whilst I have been at work, and I am looking forward to getting out and about over the weekend to do more deliveries myself.

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne #EssexElections #LocalElections2026 Promoted by Philip Hughes on behalf of Karl Handy and/or Witham & Braintree Green Party both at 163 Honeysuckle Way, Witham, Essex, CM8 2YD.

Libraries should be invested in properly so there is no need for reservation fees.

If elected I will campaign for appropriate funding for all libraries across the county.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 30/04/2026

“We need to move above hate. There is racial hatred across our societies like I haven’t known in my lifetime. This is bigger than party politics and we have to work together.” Green Party Deputy Leader Rachel Millward says unity is essential to tackle hatred on #BBCQT

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 30/04/2026

“What you get when you vote Green are local, very hardworking councillors who are absolutely committed to two vested interests - people and planet.” Green Party Deputy Leader Rachel Millward contrasts Green councillors with other parties on #BBCQT

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

For the last 10 years Holy Trinity Primary School in Halstead has been benefiting from solar power!

In 2016 I initiated and led the school through the Solar Schools project and, due to the efforts of the amazing children, parents, staff and local community, we raised over £10,000 to put solar panels on the hall roof.

A huge community effort, and an honour to be part of.

If elected on 7th May, I will push for solar energy installations for Halstead, which will help homes and businesses reduce energy costs and their environmental impact, and provide jobs.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Development pressure threatens our green spaces. I will work hard to protect them in Halstead division—they are vital for our community and the environment.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

#EssexElections #LocalElections2026

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 28/04/2026

BP has more than doubled its profits as a result of the Iran war. Those already struggling with the cost of living are paying the price for Trump's warmongering while oil giants rake in even more cash. Now is the time for a permanent windfall tax and rapid shift to renewables.

SAY IT WITH US
bp ARE PROFITING FROM WAR
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 27/04/2026

The experiment of bus privatisation has been an unmitigated disaster. Green councillors will campaign for publicly-controlled buses and free bus fares for all people under 22 years. Vote Green on 7 May to boost our buses 🚌

LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026
VOTE GREEN TO BOOST OUR BUSES
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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

ENDEAVOUR - EXPERIENCE - EVERYONE Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne Promoted by Philip Hughes on behalf of Karl Handy and/or Witham & Braintree Green Party both at 163 Honeysuckle Way, Witham, Essex, CM8 2YD.

ENDEAVOUR - Green Councillors work hard for you.

EXPERIENCE - Green Councillors have a proven track record of getting things done.

EVERYONE - Green Councillors work for the whole community.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

New homes should be affordable and supported by better transport, with more schools and health care. I will campaign to make developers and planners deliver this in Halstead division.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. www.handy.earth #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne Promoted by Philip Hughes on behalf of Karl Handy and/or Witham & Braintree Green Party both at 163 Honeysuckle Way, Witham, Essex, CM8 2YD.

Our roads need fixing, buses improving, and cycling supported.
Fair parking charges protect our local shops.
I will push for all of this throughout Halstead division.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

www.handy.earth

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Vote local! Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy. #halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne Promoted by Philip Hughes on behalf of Karl Handy and/or Witham & Braintree Green Party both at 163 Honeysuckle Way, Witham, Essex, CM8 2YD.

My leaflets will start to be delivered next week - we will try to get to as many houses as possible. In the meantime, you can see my views on local issues at www.handy.earth where all my campaign resources can be found. Vote local!

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

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Karl Handy @karlhandyearth.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

I have lived and worked in Halstead division, supporting members of the local community, for 20 years. I want to continue with that service, and I will represent you all.

Vote Hope. Vote Green. Vote Handy.

#halstead #ColneEngaine #earlscolne #gosfield #greensteadgreen #Pebmarsh #whitecolne

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