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What’s behind surge in support for Reform and Greens across England? Five key takeaways

Significant gains this week lay bare an increasingly fragmented political system

The Guardian - UK

English local elections 2026: a story of a new kind of politics

Every election is a storytelling contest, with campaigning parties competing to frame the plot. This year’s local elections, the largest test of voters’ mood since the 2024 general election, have been dominated by two master-narratives.

The Conversation

‘Worst year in memory’: parties describe climate of abuse on campaign trail for May elections

Candidates from across spectrum report abuse online and in person before local and devolved elections in England, Wales and Scotland

The Guardian - UK

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Green mayoral candidate under fire for ‘blocking’ letter praising police for Golders Green response

Councillor Zoë Garbett, who co-leads the Green Party in Hackney, raised objections to the proposed missive

Evening Standard

London local elections 2026: How could Green Party policy impact the capital?

Zack Polanski’s policies will determine how local councils across the capital choose to control their borough

Evening Standard

British politician believes all politicos “should wear” their sponsors on their clothes

Zack Polanski went on SubwayTakes with Kareem Rahma to give a hot take. The British politician and leader of the Green Party believes that all politicians should wear their sponsors on their clothes. If Formula One racers are transparent about their sponsors, so should politicians. What’s there to hide unless…

The Mary Sue

London local elections 2026: What are the parties promising in Kingston?

All 48 seats on Lib Dem-run Kingston Council will be up for grabs across the 19 wards in the borough

Evening Standard

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Hammersmith and Fulham Council election: Who should I vote for?

What the main political parties are promising in the local council election in Hammersmith and Fulham on May 7

Evening Standard

Green Party Leader Polanski Caught Using Fake Red Cross Title to Crowdfund His Own Political Campaign

The Green Party of England and Wales leader said it was wrong to call himself a spokesperson for the British Red Cross, as polls shift ahead of the election.

International Business Times UK

'Vote Green, make history,' says Zack Polanski as he seeks major gains in London local elections

The Green Party leader said he was aiming to break Labour’s ‘stronghold’ grip on the capital

Evening Standard

Zack Polanski’s Jewish identity is being erased because he is leftwing

The leader of the Green party has faced antisemitic attacks, and yet his thoughts on the subject don’t count as far as the rightwing UK press is concerned, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

The Guardian - UK

Southwark Council election: Who should I vote for?

What the main political parties are promising in the local council election in Southwark on May 7

Evening Standard

Zack Polanski falsely claimed to be British Red Cross spokesperson

With just one day to go until the crucial local elections - where the Green Party is expected to make significant gains - Labour has accused Mr Polanski of not being straight with the public

The Independent UK

Local elections: 'Don't believe Polanski promises,' says Starmer as Labour and Greens battle over Inner London

Exclusive: The Prime Minister also blamed Iran for ‘proxy’ attacks on the capital’s Jewish communities

Evening Standard

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Local elections 2026: At least nine London Green Party candidates accused of antisemitism

Two members of Zack Polanski’s party standing in Lambeth were arrested by Met Police on suspicion of stirring up racial hatred, while several more have been suspended amid investigations

The Independent UK

Nigel Farage accused of ‘sinking to a new low’ as Reform UK announces new migrant detention centres policy

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The Guardian - UK

‘Voting Green will stop Reform’: party eyes kingmaker role in Wales

With Plaid Cymru set to end Labour dominance, activists say the Greens could hold the balance of power in the next Senedd

The Guardian - UK

Polanski takes combative approach as Greens enter media spotlight

From legitimate scrutiny to lurid scare stories, the Green party’s rise has brought a sudden spike in attention

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London Green candidate suspended over Golders Green attack 'false flag' claims

An account linked to Camden candidate Aziz Rahman Hakimi also reposted allegations that ‘Zionists’ were responsible for 9/11

The Guardian - UK

Tension and dissent: inside the Green party’s antisemitism struggle

With a fast-expanding membership and historic electoral gains in sight, the Israel–Palestine debate is testing party unity

The Independent UK

Man arrested over Nazi salute at Green Party rally in Hastings

Exclusive: Address by leader Zack Polanski interrupted by men who used megaphone and unfurled Reform UK and St George's cross flags, while another man gave series of Nazi salutes

Evening Standard

Starmer tears into Polanksi after Green leader forced to apologise for sharing criticism of Golder Green suspect arrest

The Green Party leader has said sorry for reposting the comment in ‘haste’ following a backlash

The Conversation

Welsh countryside: what Greens and Reform are promising they would change after election

In the last of our series on environmental issues and the Wales election campaign, we look particularly at countryside policies of two parties that are new contenders for seats in the Senedd.

The Independent UK

‘Young people should be represented by someone their own age’: Meet the youngsters vying for local council seats

Young people lacking representation in local government are fighting to be recognised. Harriette Boucher spoke to young candidates running in the May elections about why their voices are needed in politics

The Independent UK

Zack Polanksi tells Ed Balls that he is ‘why people hate the media’ in heated Good Morning Britain clash

Zack Polanski clashed with Ed Balls in a heated Good Morning Britain interview, during which the Green Party declared that “this is why people hate the media”.

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