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South Gloucestershire Green Party
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Your local Green community in South Glos - let's build a fairer society together!

https://linktr.ee/SthGlosGP
https://join.greenparty.org.uk/

Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of the South Glos Green Party, both at 17 Great George St, Bristol BS1 5QT
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(UK) The Greens are polling at 14% in the recent YouGov poll, an increase of three points compared to YouGov's previous poll. 📈
Westminster Voting Intention, sourced from YouGov between 20th and 21st September, features a headline stating Greens up, Reform down (again). The Labour Party leads at twenty-three percent, showing no change in support since thirteen to fourteen September. The Conservative Party and Reform UK are tied at twenty-one percent, with the Conservatives increasing by one percentage point and Reform UK decreasing by two percentage points. The Green Party stands at fourteen percent, an increase of three percentage points. The Liberal Democrats are at twelve percent, reflecting a decrease of one percentage point, and Restore stands at four percent, representing an increase of one percentage point.
September 23, 2026 at 12:33 PM
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First hosepipe ban in 50+ years. It could get worse - but it doesn't have to. We CAN build affordable, climate resilient homes and take action locally to fight climate change and restore our waterways.

It takes political action - start yours today: join.greenparty.org.uk
Bristol Water issues 2026 hosepipe ban - what you need to know
Half of the UK's water companies - including Wessex Water and Thames Water - have now announced bans.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 28, 2026 at 11:07 AM
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Tech giants are forcing data centres on our communities across the country - the people need to decide if it’s something we want. Not leave it to individual planning committees.

Here’s the latest near Bristol:

www.bristol247.com/news-and-fea...
August 28, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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‼️Reform will privatise our NHS.
August 22, 2026 at 7:27 AM
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Next up in our showcase of some of our fantastic volunteers - Tom, who also helps organise!
Tom Hathway, Comms Officer with Amy Hurrell. What is your connection to South Glos: I grew up in Kingswood What is your favourite hobby? Riding my bike, you see much more of what’s around you! What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP Committee? I ‘m sick of stale politics. I want to help showcase the Green Party as something different.
August 8, 2026 at 4:53 PM
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"BP has doubled its profits during the Iran war. We should be using that money both for wildfire prevention and also to fund the fire service that is badly struggling."

Zack Polanski speaking about the climate crisis on LBC.
August 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Our new parish councillor, Monica Maggs, has also joined our new committee!
Introducing Monica Maggs (She/Her) Where in South Gloucestershire do you live? Frampton Cotterell What is your favourite hobby? I have an art studio in Bristol I paint in. I am an artist and have been creative my whole life, it brings me joy and benefits my wellbeing. What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP committee? Since becoming a councillor on Winterbourne Parish Council, I wanted to get involved with the wider Green Party organisation and make our country a better place, as I have seen first-hand the effects that the previous government's decisions have had on the most vulnerable in our community, and I believe the Green Party is the only party that can bring real positive change. What is your favourite song? Only You - Yazoo Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 29, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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Leaping from behind our emails to your screen right now - Amy Hurrell is one half of your social media team.
Introducing Amy Hurrell (She/Her) What is your new committee role? Communications Officer, with Tom Hathway Where in south glos do you live? Cheswick Village What is your favourite hobby? Chess - you can find me playing at UWE on Wednesday nights! What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP Committee? The messaging around hope really motivated me. I’m excited to put what I know about graphic design (omg look at these) into action! Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 28, 2026 at 8:31 PM
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Hubaish recently moved from Bristol - please give him a warm welcome!
Introducing Hubaish Farooqui (He/Him) Where in South Gloucestershire do you live? Stoke Gifford What is your favourite hobby? I love writing short stories and poetry. When I’m free from work I enjoy sitting in pretty places and writing (if I am not hanging out with my friends). What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP committee? I have always liked having a political opinion and have been an activist in multiple countries, I do realise that activism in itself poses a risk to yourself especially being an immigrant from a Muslim family, so I believe being involved in politics like being an SGGP Committee member would ensure mine and many voices of my community are heard while keeping all of us safe. What is your favourite song? In Love - Kid Cudi Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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Tinkering around the edges doesn’t meet the crises of our age: affordability, inequality and climate.

We need rent controls, wealth taxes and real action on climate.

Only the Greens are free of the vested interests to meet this challenge.

inews.co.uk/opinion/zack...
Zack Polanski: Andy Burnham's tinkering won't transform Britain
The lead singer has changed, but it's all the same songs
inews.co.uk
July 24, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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Polling has just closed in Longwell Green. Thank you so much to our members and supporters for contributing to Rachael's campaign, and to the residents who spoke to us and voted for a fairer, greener future in South Gloucestershire.
A group of campaigners surrounded by the text "Thank you!" and the South Gloucestershire Green Party logo. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 23, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Our treasurer, James Nelson, also keeps his position on our new committee.
Introducing James Nelson (He/Him) What is your new committee role? Treasurer Where in south glos do you live? Bradley Stoke What is your favourite hobby? Parkrun, it sends me places I wouldn't go otherwise. What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP Committee? Originally, no one else wanted to be treasurer. I stayed as the role kept getting more interesting and enjoyable. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Dan Boardman returns as our Deputy Treasurer! Here's what he had to tell us...
Introducing Dan Boardman (He/Him) What is your new committee role? Deputy Treasurer Where in south glos do you live? Old Sodbury What is your favourite hobby? Ice Hockey (for the Bristol Pirates). What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP Committee? To help grow the Green Party in South Glos and share my knowledge. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Ian's position on the committee as our TikTok admin was confirmed at our AGM, let's get to know him!
Introducing Ian Gilson (He/Him) What is your new committee role? Non-Portfolio Officer (The TikTok Admin) Where in south glos do you live? Kingswood What is your favourite hobby? I'm a disabled artist & activist. I use my work to explore "Perceptions of disability in a disposable society" to highlight disability & environmental concerns. What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP Committee? I want to encourage a new younger generation of MPs and feel I can offer support in this goal as a committee member. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Bradley Stoke mayor Jenny James has joined our committee as a non-portfolio officer!
Introducing Jenny James What is your new committee role? Non-Portfolio Officer Where in south glos do you live? Bradley Stoke What is your favourite hobby? Reading and research as it's important to remain curious and empowered. What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP Committee? I want to become more involved in the Green Party and share ideas/knowledge/support. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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We're all back home after a busy day leafletting in Longwell Green for our wonderful by-election candidate Rachael Ward!
A group of Green Party members stand in front of a tree, accompanied by text reading: Longwell Green, Vote July 23rd. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT.
July 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Heather Bell, previously our interim Local Party Contact, returns to our committee as a Non-Portfolio Officer!
Introducing Heather Bell (She/Her) What is your new committee role? Non-Portfolio Officer Where in south glos do you live? Stoke Gifford What is your favourite hobby? Reading and playing console games What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP Committee? I want to support the Green Party to grow so that it can help the local communities, but also as part of the bigger picture to create hope and positive change for the nation. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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We've just had our AGM so it's time to start introducing our wonderful 2026-27 committee, starting with our new coordinator Karina Aheer!
Introducing Karina Aheer (She/Her). What is your new committee role? Coordinator. Where in South Glos do you live? Emersons Green. What is your favourite hobby? Kick-boxing, it helps me relieve stress! What inspired you to become a member of the SGGP committee? I want to be politically involved and give back to my community. I think I have the skill set to do so successfully. Promoted by Jenny Vernon on behalf of The South Gloucestershire Green Party, both at 17 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5QT
July 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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📦 A stack of leaflets are about to drop, ready to be delivered to the people of Longwell Green. But to get our message through people’s doors, we need your help.

📆 Saturday 18 July, from 10:00 am
🗺️ Meet at Longwell Green Aldi on Bath Rd, BS30 9DE
A scenic picture of Longwell Green, with text reading "Longwell Green Action Day, Join us Saturday 18th July, 10:00am start." The picture is accompanied by the Green Party logo, a globe with leaves around it, and the text "Green Party, South Gloucestershire". Next to the logo reads the text "For a fairer, greener country".
July 16, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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MPs urge Labour to ditch £330m Palantir software contract with NHS
MPs urge Labour to ditch £330m Palantir software contract with NHS
Cross-party group backs call last month from science and technology committee to look at alternative options A second parliamentary committee has urged Labour to scrap Palantir’s £330m contract with the NHS, increasing pressure on the next prime minister over government deals with the controversial US tech company. MPs on the health and social care select committee want the NHS to cut ties with Palantir and find a replacement for its system, which is supposed to unify and analyse huge amounts of often highly sensitive NHS health data. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
July 9, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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I'm in Greater Manchester for the launch of our Green Party plan.

It's time to take Greater Manchester back from big money.

Reform are distracted fighting a bin.

And Labour have let people down.

Geraldine Coggins & the Green Party have hope and a plan. 👇🏼
Zack on camera launching the manifesto
July 9, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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🚨 Good Morning South Glos, today is a good news Monday.

💚 We are delighted to announce Cllr Sean Rhodes of Kingswood ward has defected to the Green Party, we welcome you, your forward thinking, climate and community focused work to South Glos Green Party and this pivotal Green political movement 🤗
June 29, 2026 at 9:06 AM
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SGGP proud announcement; Rachael Ward for the Longwell Green by-election

Rachael " I am honoured to be representing the Green Party in the by-election in Longwell Green. I believe in a fairer, greener world, and I will work to protect the quiet and beautiful character of the area that is my home."
June 28, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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For three days in a row the heat record for June has been broken in the UK.

The same story right across Europe.

Any attempts at this key moment to slow climate action is utterly indefensible. We need day one action to accelerate our climate ambition from Andy Burnham.
leysersturm.eurosky.social Adrian Leyser Sturm @leysersturm.eurosky.social · Jun 24
Record-breaking heat on Saturday (and Sunday) in #Germany, too! June records are being shattered in many places, and even the all-time record is in jeopardy. #heat #heatwave #records
Forecast of temperature maximum on 27 Jun (Sat), model: MOS MIX (DWD)
June 26, 2026 at 4:34 PM