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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 29/09/2026

"It is clear that Labour needs the Greens to keep them in check everyday to push them towards the real transformation this country needs." @zackpolanski.bsky.social reacts to the Prime Minister's speech at Labour conference.

HOPE IS NOT JUST A SLOGAN, IT NEEDS TO MEAN REAL CHANGE

ZACK POLANSKI
LEADER OF THE GREEN PARTY

"Unlike his predecessor, we have a PM who talks like he gets it. But sadly like his predecessor he isn’t prepared to break from the powerful and wealthy interests that have created an inequality, affordability and a climate crisis.

Hope is not just a slogan, it needs to mean real change. The speech today had no wealth taxes, no rent controls, no water nationalisation and a strong hint of more North Sea drilling.

It is disappointing that we have a country ready to break from the last 40 years, a Labour government with the majority to do it, and yet what we see are more half measures, reannouncements and tinkering."

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 20/08/2026

Small businesses are feeling the squeeze whilst large banks are raking in obscene profits. It's time for windfall tax on big bank profits to end rip-off Britain.

a green graphic with money falling from someone's hand and text that reads "The Green Party Says tax big banks to back small businesses, here's why" with an arrow pointing to the right

A green graphic with a fist depicted breaking a piggy bank and cash falling out with text that reads "Tax big banks to back small businesses. Big banks are raking it in... The UK's biggest banks are regularly making record-breaking profits. Not because they are improving their services of products... but simply because of high interest rates set by the Bank of England. High interest rates = big bank profits.

A green graphic with two hands passing a credit card and money falling from their hands with text that reads "Tax big banks to back small businesses. Small businesses are feeling the squeeze. Take Barclays. It saw profits jump in the first six months of 2026, boosting its bonuses for executives by nearly 30%. Small businesses aren't so lucky. The same high interest rates that are boosting big bank profits are squeezing the small businesses by pushing up costs. Something should be done…

A green graphic with coins falling and an arrow pointing upwards with text that reads “Tax big banks to back small businesses” as a headline and “while the taxpayer pays twice” and “As interest rates have gone up, the Bank of England now pays more out to commercial banks in interest than it gets back from the gilts it bought following the 2008 crash. Who covers this shortfall? The Treasury - aka, the taxpayer. And this is on top of higher interest rates we're paying on our loans and mortgages. While people and small businesses struggle, the big banks' profits soar.” as body text

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The Green Party is a party for the 99%. We need a more equal society and strong communities to deal with the challenges of climate change. We spoke to Green Parish Councillor Nathan Bradley about how local government can tackle inequality and build strong resilient communities.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

We've had record breaking heatwaves, droughts and wildfires with no sign of help from a Labour government that wants to keep drilling for oil. But what about action outside of Westminster?

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Green Parish Councillor Nathan Bradley talks about what Parish Councils in Swindon do for the community

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Last Sunday volunteers from Swindon Green Party had a great time volunteering at Goatacre Animal Sanctuary. Being a Green Party member isn't just about helping out at election time, we have a range of social events and activities in the community that members can get involved in.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Tune in now to catch the interview with our co-chair Repi Begum

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Don't miss our co-chair Repi Begum being interviewed by Swindon 105.5 tomorrow at 2pm! You can tune in here: player.broadcast.radio/232

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Listen - Broadcast.Radio

Playing a lot of music, a lot of the time

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Swindon Area Green Party has written to Councillor Jake Chandler on the future of the 'Build a Greener Swindon' committee.

Dear Councillor Chandler,

We are writing to you upon hearing of plans to remove the 'Build a Greener Swindon' Policy and Procedure committee.

The committee was seen as an opportunity to deliver green policies for the people of Swindon. Although it failed to live up to its full potential, we are seriously concerned that removing the committee without a significant replacement will lead to environmental policies being completely ignored by SBC.

Could you please confirm what your plans for replacing the committee are, what specific steps will be taken to ensure that environmental policies are considered with the seriousness they deserve, and how you will guarantee that action will be taken urgently to address the issues raised?

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

We should allow asylum seekers to work – so that they can support themselves and become part of our communities. It’s these common sense solutions, not more performative cruelty, that will fix our broken migration system. metro.co.uk/2026/07/01/z...

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Zack Polanski: Burnham must end Labour's dangerous anti-migrant slant

I don’t have much hope for the man who will soon have the power to change things.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Local government in Swindon has been strangled by austerity. Over 85% of council funding goes to social care. Other services are starved of funding. The waiting list for council housing is 6 years. We need real change which the Green Party is campaigning for!

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 22/06/2026

Today we celebrate the Windrush generation and the immense contribution they have made to communities across Britain. Their story is one of courage, resilience and determination, and their legacy continues to shape our country for the better.

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Congratulations to Andy Burnham. But this isn’t a team of advisers which looks like challenging wealth and power. The race for Greater Manchester mayor starts today and it’s Greens v Reform.

Burnham advised by ex BOE, Goldman economists ahead of UK pm bid.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

The Intersex Inclusive Progress Pride Flag reflects the diversity of the LGBTIQA+ community. Previously, the Council had only flown the rainbow flag. A motion by Green Party Councillors in March noted Swindon's proud history of supporting the LGBTIQA+ community.

The top of the Swindon Civic Offices on Euclid Street where the Intersex Inclusive Progress Pride flag is being flown alongside the Union Jack and the Swindon Coat of Arms.

Did you Know? The progress pride flag is being flown at the Swindon Civic Offices thanks to a motion moved by Green Party Councillors.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 10/06/2026

Green MPs' response to the violent unrest in Belfast.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from the Green Party! 🏳️‍🌈

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Swindon Green Party now has 11 Parish Council seats spread over 5 Parishes. Swindon's Parish Councils manage community and green spaces. They play an important role in local communities. Follow this page for updates from your Green Parish Councillors!

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Sian Berry MP @sianberry.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

With the updated EHRC code of practice, the Government is still leaving trans people with a real fear of being excluded from essential services and public spaces. My statement in full: greenparty.org.uk/2026/05/22/s...

Image is a quote graphic that reads: “The draft guidance will mean trans people are barred from services they have previously had no issue accessing, and service providers who want to be inclusive will be putting themselves at legal risk.

“The Government has failed so it is now up to Parliament to reject this document and instead create a legal framework with clear and equal rights for all, which protects trans people’s rightful place in society.”

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LGBTIQA+ Greens @lgbtiqa.greenparty.org.uk · 22/05/2026

"Call it out. Tell your friends. Write to your MPs and councillors. There will be protests – join them, we are going to." Our statement on the latest EHRC Code of Practice. lgbtiqa.greenparty.org.uk/2026/05/22/s...

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Statement on the latest EHRC Code of Practice - LGBTIQA+ Greens

Cover Photo Attribution: What The Trans?! The LGBTIQA+ Greens are disgusted by the latest update to the Code of Practice from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). This version rows back o...

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Congratulations to Tom, the new Green Party parish councillor for Lower Stratton

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Congratulations to Rod, the new Green Party parish councillor for Rodbourne Cheney

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Congratulations to Robbie, the new Green Party parish councillor for Wroughton

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Congratulations to Rob, the new Green Party parish councillor for Priory Vale

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Congratulations to Nathan, the new Green Party parish parish councillor for Haydon Wick

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Congratulations to Laura, the new Green Party parish councillor for Lower Coleview

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Congratulations to Josh, the new Green Party parish councillor for Lower Stratton

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Congratulations to Ian, the new Green Party parish councillor for Penhill, and Priory Vale

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Congratulations to Caitlin, the new Green Party parish councillor for Rodbourne Cheney

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Congratulations to Atif, the new Green Party parish councillor for St Andrew's West & Tadpole

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

It's been a record breaking year for us in Swindon. Winning 11 seats on parish councils is another record - that's over 10 times more than we've won previously!!

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

To everyone who gave up their time for this campaign over the last few weeks - the door knockers and leaflet deliverers, the people who put up posters and signs, who had conversations with their neighbours and friends, who shared and liked our content on social media, and

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

🗳️ It's polling day Swindon! This is your chance to vote for Hope! 🪪 Don't forget to bring photo ID to vote ✅ Some wards will have multiple candidates, vote for all your Green candidates!

Polling stations are open from 7am - 10pm today
Bring your accepted photo ID
Vote at your assigned polling station
You don’t need your polling card to vote
Vote Green on all ballot papers
Tag us when you have voted!
Promoted by Andy Day on behalf of Swindon Area Green Party, both a 9 Ash Grove,Swindon SN2 1RX

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🗓️ Just two days until polling day to cast your vote for our fantastic Green candidates! 🪪 Don't forget to bring photo ID with you ✅ Many constituencies will have multiple seats up for election. Vote for all your Green candidates!

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Our local manifesto set out how we would stand up for SEND families and campaign for a system that works for and with them. We are proud to have consulted directly with SEND families with lived experience of the system to develop our policy.

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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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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Atif Bukhari is our Borough candidate for St Andrews West & Tadpole. He lives locally in Swindon and works as a Risk Manager on major UK infrastructure programmes. Atif's priorities are: 🏠 Making sure infrastructure keeps pace with housing growth

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Social care funding is in crisis. 85% of the Councils budget this year went towards social care. This isn't sustainable for local authorities.

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Wiltshire Green Party @wiltshiregreens.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Joined @swindongreens.bsky.social and ‘green menace’ on the last weekend campaigning before May 7th election. Reform or Conservative are not likely to win in the Queens Park and Kingshill wards. It’s between Green and Labour. #VoteGreen for unity, kindness and family friendly policies 💚

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Abdul Hamid is our Borough candidate for Broadgreen. He is a Nursing Associate and Parish Councillor who is deeply passionate about sport, wellbeing and community engagement. Hamid's priorities for Broadgreen are: Looking at solutions for continuous flying tipping in the area

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Green Party Trade Union Group @greenpartytu.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Read the Green Party’s “Workers Charter”, launched at our May Day Rally by @zackpolanski.bsky.social Labour now take more money from corporations than unions, they watered down the employment rights act, and speak against striking workers. @greenparty.org.uk are the strongest party for workers.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Matt Barnes and Ed Colton are our Borough candidates for Shaw and Westlea. Ed is an experienced and passionate local community organiser with a career in the veterinary industry.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Howard March is one of our Borough candidates for Penhill & Pinehurst. He is a long term Swindon resident and member of the Green Party who believes in standing up for the environment and progressive social change.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Alexandra Petrache, Caitlin Pinks and James Tansey are our Borough candidates for Rodbourne, Ferndale & Western ward. Alexandra and James are standing for the Even Swindon ward of Central Swindon North Parish, and Caitlin is standing for the Rodbourne Cheney ward in the Parish.

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

✅ With our biggest ever slate of Borough and Parish candidates, voters across Swindon will get the chance to vote Green on May 7th. Check who is standing in your area: swindon.greenparty.org.uk/may-2026-loc... swindon.greenparty.org.uk/may-2026-par...

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Congratulations to Laura Butcher, our first Parish Councillor in this election! Laura is the Councillor for the Lower Coleview ward of Stratton St Margaret Parish, and will continue the work she started as an independent.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 25/04/2026

🗓️ The local elections are just under two weeks away and the Green Party is standing thousands of candidates all across the country. 🗳️ Help us replace the failing Labour party and defeat the hateful message of Reform. 💚 Vote Green on 7 May.

VOTE GREEN!

JOIN FOR A
REAL CHANGE
REAL HOPE

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Chris Payne is our Borough candidate for St Andrews East. He works as a video game developer. 🏠 Chris is a keen advocate of energy efficient homes and renewable tech 🟢 Chris believes in the Green Party's manifesto of evidence based and democratic policies

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Swindon Area Green Party @swindongreens.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Josh Barclay is our borough candidate for Lower Stratton. Josh is a trade union rep and will stand up for working people on the council.

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Andy Bentley @andybentley.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Early takeaway from tonight's hustings... the Green Party's Tom Butcher scores highly with the audience for taking it seriously enough to wear a tie. Labour & Tory candidates' choice of trainers frowned upon.

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