Elaine Francis
@greenlainey.bsky.social
She/Her | Mam | Northern |
Day job @greenparty.org.uk
Campaigns | Strategy | Community
CAMRA | Cricket | Writing | Fairness | Equity
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Day job @greenparty.org.uk
Campaigns | Strategy | Community
CAMRA | Cricket | Writing | Fairness | Equity
🕊️🐝🌳 🩷💜💙
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Hope is here.
Help us beat Reform in May. Donate today ⤵️
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November 28, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Hope is here.
Help us beat Reform in May. Donate today ⤵️
Help us beat Reform in May. Donate today ⤵️
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In case you were wondering why the government was shut down:
November 12, 2025 at 4:34 PM
In case you were wondering why the government was shut down:
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Last night in Leeds, I joined a powerful demo after recent attacks on brown women across the UK.
I almost didn’t want to speak — because it’s women’s voices that need to be amplified. But this had to be said.
If I say Sarah Everard, most people know that name.
If I say Sabina Nessa, far fewer do
I almost didn’t want to speak — because it’s women’s voices that need to be amplified. But this had to be said.
If I say Sarah Everard, most people know that name.
If I say Sabina Nessa, far fewer do
November 8, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Last night in Leeds, I joined a powerful demo after recent attacks on brown women across the UK.
I almost didn’t want to speak — because it’s women’s voices that need to be amplified. But this had to be said.
If I say Sarah Everard, most people know that name.
If I say Sabina Nessa, far fewer do
I almost didn’t want to speak — because it’s women’s voices that need to be amplified. But this had to be said.
If I say Sarah Everard, most people know that name.
If I say Sabina Nessa, far fewer do
Not sure about that ‘action’ shot of me 😂 but amazing to be with @mothinali.bsky.social and Greens from across Yorkshire and the Humber region today. We’re bringing the hope! 🙌💚
join.greenparty.org.uk @greenparty.org.uk
join.greenparty.org.uk @greenparty.org.uk
Packed out room at the Leeds Bangladeshi Centre for our regional party AGM, the energy in the room is phenomenal! Loads of new members full of energy and raring to get to work!
Next stop Peterborough!
Next stop Peterborough!
November 8, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Not sure about that ‘action’ shot of me 😂 but amazing to be with @mothinali.bsky.social and Greens from across Yorkshire and the Humber region today. We’re bringing the hope! 🙌💚
join.greenparty.org.uk @greenparty.org.uk
join.greenparty.org.uk @greenparty.org.uk
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November 7, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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10/10 take. No notes.
November 7, 2025 at 5:49 PM
10/10 take. No notes.
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We’re building a movement. We’re bringing the hope. Get amongst it. join.greenparty.org.uk
#LoveSouthTyneside
#LoveSouthTyneside
November 7, 2025 at 8:45 PM
We’re building a movement. We’re bringing the hope. Get amongst it. join.greenparty.org.uk
#LoveSouthTyneside
#LoveSouthTyneside
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listening to these stories breaks me everytime, there's no training that can prepare you for these stories yet we've got to do what we can to help.
November 7, 2025 at 8:37 PM
listening to these stories breaks me everytime, there's no training that can prepare you for these stories yet we've got to do what we can to help.
We want the media and politicians to recognise that there is a large number of women who are supportive of the trans+ community. We call on them to report truthfully about the sources of violence against women and to address the systems that perpetuate harm. notinourname.org.uk/petition/not...
Women in support of the trans+ community - Not in our name
notinourname.org.uk
November 7, 2025 at 7:29 AM
We want the media and politicians to recognise that there is a large number of women who are supportive of the trans+ community. We call on them to report truthfully about the sources of violence against women and to address the systems that perpetuate harm. notinourname.org.uk/petition/not...
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Zohran Mamdani focused on childcare costs to win the race for New York Mayor, and the UK needs to have the same conversation about how no-cost childcare could help more than just parents.
Me for @glamouruk.bsky.social:
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/zohr...
Me for @glamouruk.bsky.social:
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/zohr...
Zohran Mamdani's victory is a win for mothers. Is the UK ready to follow?
Childcare is an election-winning issue, writes Green Party MP Siân Berry for Glamour.
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk
November 5, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Zohran Mamdani focused on childcare costs to win the race for New York Mayor, and the UK needs to have the same conversation about how no-cost childcare could help more than just parents.
Me for @glamouruk.bsky.social:
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/zohr...
Me for @glamouruk.bsky.social:
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/zohr...
There’s been lots of noise here recently about HMO’s so I put down some thoughts.
open.substack.com/pub/deedsand...
open.substack.com/pub/deedsand...
Homes, humanity and the politics of blame.
HMO’s, housing and misplaced outrage in South Tyneside
open.substack.com
November 4, 2025 at 10:37 AM
There’s been lots of noise here recently about HMO’s so I put down some thoughts.
open.substack.com/pub/deedsand...
open.substack.com/pub/deedsand...
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I should say this is a “record” for YouGov. Both Find Out Now and Lord Ashcroft polling have Greens on 17%.
Want to help this grow? Join.
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Want to help this grow? Join.
join.greenparty.org.uk
November 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
I should say this is a “record” for YouGov. Both Find Out Now and Lord Ashcroft polling have Greens on 17%.
Want to help this grow? Join.
join.greenparty.org.uk
Want to help this grow? Join.
join.greenparty.org.uk
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A memorable night ruined by a racist thug.
I was invited to speak at the EuroAsia Curry Awards on Monday night, it should have been an exciting opportunity. But on my way there, outside Earl’s Court station, I was subjected to an Islamophobic hate crime. I have now reported it to the police
I was invited to speak at the EuroAsia Curry Awards on Monday night, it should have been an exciting opportunity. But on my way there, outside Earl’s Court station, I was subjected to an Islamophobic hate crime. I have now reported it to the police
October 29, 2025 at 6:51 PM
A memorable night ruined by a racist thug.
I was invited to speak at the EuroAsia Curry Awards on Monday night, it should have been an exciting opportunity. But on my way there, outside Earl’s Court station, I was subjected to an Islamophobic hate crime. I have now reported it to the police
I was invited to speak at the EuroAsia Curry Awards on Monday night, it should have been an exciting opportunity. But on my way there, outside Earl’s Court station, I was subjected to an Islamophobic hate crime. I have now reported it to the police
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Overshooting 1.5°C wasn't 'inevitable.'
We've been pushed by fossil fuel giants & governments that pander to them.
Every delay, every oil field, every broken promise made this crisis worse.
Keir Starmer, will you promise to leave Rosebank undeveloped?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
We've been pushed by fossil fuel giants & governments that pander to them.
Every delay, every oil field, every broken promise made this crisis worse.
Keir Starmer, will you promise to leave Rosebank undeveloped?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
‘Change course now’: humanity has missed 1.5C climate target, says UN head
Exclusive: ‘Devastating consequences’ now inevitable but emissions cuts still vital, says António Guterres in sole interview before Cop30
www.theguardian.com
October 28, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Overshooting 1.5°C wasn't 'inevitable.'
We've been pushed by fossil fuel giants & governments that pander to them.
Every delay, every oil field, every broken promise made this crisis worse.
Keir Starmer, will you promise to leave Rosebank undeveloped?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
We've been pushed by fossil fuel giants & governments that pander to them.
Every delay, every oil field, every broken promise made this crisis worse.
Keir Starmer, will you promise to leave Rosebank undeveloped?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Transphobes don't just hate trans people, but they're generally quite shit - racists, islamophobes, shit politics, that's what they stand for
When I said our fight is one, I meant it, the same people coming after one minority also target others
Legitimate concerns need space, hate doesn’t
When I said our fight is one, I meant it, the same people coming after one minority also target others
Legitimate concerns need space, hate doesn’t
October 29, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Transphobes don't just hate trans people, but they're generally quite shit - racists, islamophobes, shit politics, that's what they stand for
When I said our fight is one, I meant it, the same people coming after one minority also target others
Legitimate concerns need space, hate doesn’t
When I said our fight is one, I meant it, the same people coming after one minority also target others
Legitimate concerns need space, hate doesn’t
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According to The Spectator - I’m the person that bothers Piers Morgan the most.
Green membership doubled, record polling & Piers bothered - I’m delighted!
But we're just beginning. Join us to keep the movement growing and keep bothering Piers!
Join.greenparty.org.uk
Green membership doubled, record polling & Piers bothered - I’m delighted!
But we're just beginning. Join us to keep the movement growing and keep bothering Piers!
Join.greenparty.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 1:41 PM
According to The Spectator - I’m the person that bothers Piers Morgan the most.
Green membership doubled, record polling & Piers bothered - I’m delighted!
But we're just beginning. Join us to keep the movement growing and keep bothering Piers!
Join.greenparty.org.uk
Green membership doubled, record polling & Piers bothered - I’m delighted!
But we're just beginning. Join us to keep the movement growing and keep bothering Piers!
Join.greenparty.org.uk
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"We intend to replace Labour at the ballot box."
@zackpolanski.bsky.social speaks to Sky News following the defection of three former Labour councillors to the Green Party in Swindon.
@zackpolanski.bsky.social speaks to Sky News following the defection of three former Labour councillors to the Green Party in Swindon.
October 22, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Reform dropped by another 100 overnight.
There is one party able to hold Labour to account and take the fight to Reform. Join @greenparty.org.uk today
join.greenparty.org.uk
There is one party able to hold Labour to account and take the fight to Reform. Join @greenparty.org.uk today
join.greenparty.org.uk
October 21, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Reform dropped by another 100 overnight.
There is one party able to hold Labour to account and take the fight to Reform. Join @greenparty.org.uk today
join.greenparty.org.uk
There is one party able to hold Labour to account and take the fight to Reform. Join @greenparty.org.uk today
join.greenparty.org.uk
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This week I will be hosting a meeting with the Women’s Environmental Network to push for regulation of period products.
Because no one should be exposed to toxic chemicals every month just for having a period.
#PeriodJustice #SafeProducts | @wen-uk.bsky.social
Because no one should be exposed to toxic chemicals every month just for having a period.
#PeriodJustice #SafeProducts | @wen-uk.bsky.social
October 22, 2025 at 7:01 AM
This week I will be hosting a meeting with the Women’s Environmental Network to push for regulation of period products.
Because no one should be exposed to toxic chemicals every month just for having a period.
#PeriodJustice #SafeProducts | @wen-uk.bsky.social
Because no one should be exposed to toxic chemicals every month just for having a period.
#PeriodJustice #SafeProducts | @wen-uk.bsky.social
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Another day and another RECORD poll for Greens. YouGov had Greens on record high last week of 13%. This week they have Greens up 2 at 15%.
Combine this with record membership and it’s clear Greens are cutting through.
join.greenparty.org.uk
Combine this with record membership and it’s clear Greens are cutting through.
join.greenparty.org.uk
Join the Green Party
Join the Green Party from just £6 a year. Become a member today - join the only party standing up for people and planet.
join.greenparty.org.uk
October 21, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Another day and another RECORD poll for Greens. YouGov had Greens on record high last week of 13%. This week they have Greens up 2 at 15%.
Combine this with record membership and it’s clear Greens are cutting through.
join.greenparty.org.uk
Combine this with record membership and it’s clear Greens are cutting through.
join.greenparty.org.uk
Had a cracking night seeing one of my comedy heroes @angelabarnes.bsky.social
Thanks for being bloody brilliant 💚
Thanks for being bloody brilliant 💚
October 21, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Had a cracking night seeing one of my comedy heroes @angelabarnes.bsky.social
Thanks for being bloody brilliant 💚
Thanks for being bloody brilliant 💚
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There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of @greenparty.org.uk so come and work with us!
We’re hiring a Campaign Organiser in #Bradford
🔗 Click for more info and to apply: greenparty.org.uk/get-involved...
@zackpolanski.bsky.social
@mothinali.bsky.social @bradfordgreens.bsky.social
We’re hiring a Campaign Organiser in #Bradford
🔗 Click for more info and to apply: greenparty.org.uk/get-involved...
@zackpolanski.bsky.social
@mothinali.bsky.social @bradfordgreens.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 5:37 AM
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of @greenparty.org.uk so come and work with us!
We’re hiring a Campaign Organiser in #Bradford
🔗 Click for more info and to apply: greenparty.org.uk/get-involved...
@zackpolanski.bsky.social
@mothinali.bsky.social @bradfordgreens.bsky.social
We’re hiring a Campaign Organiser in #Bradford
🔗 Click for more info and to apply: greenparty.org.uk/get-involved...
@zackpolanski.bsky.social
@mothinali.bsky.social @bradfordgreens.bsky.social
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💚 An amazing opportunity to be part of our Green success here!
We’re looking for a Campaign Organiser to support our exciting and ambitious work ahead of the 2026 all-out local elections here.
If you’ve got great communication skills and the determination to see Greens succeed, please apply!
We’re looking for a Campaign Organiser to support our exciting and ambitious work ahead of the 2026 all-out local elections here.
If you’ve got great communication skills and the determination to see Greens succeed, please apply!
October 20, 2025 at 6:09 PM
💚 An amazing opportunity to be part of our Green success here!
We’re looking for a Campaign Organiser to support our exciting and ambitious work ahead of the 2026 all-out local elections here.
If you’ve got great communication skills and the determination to see Greens succeed, please apply!
We’re looking for a Campaign Organiser to support our exciting and ambitious work ahead of the 2026 all-out local elections here.
If you’ve got great communication skills and the determination to see Greens succeed, please apply!
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“The other day, there were some kids at the top of the track who saw us and started waving and smiling.”
The latest, possibly most miserable, installment in the story of adults hating children having fun.
The latest, possibly most miserable, installment in the story of adults hating children having fun.
Reason #682 for opposing a new cycling infrastructure project – children “waving and smiling”…
“They started waving and smiling”: Fuming residents claim children’s bike track has “ruined living here” and devalued houses – due to kids “peering” into their homes
The school says the “exciting” new facilities offer an alternative to cycling on busy roads or on pavements – but one neighbour fears the track will “attract the wrong type of people”
road.cc
October 17, 2025 at 12:17 PM
“The other day, there were some kids at the top of the track who saw us and started waving and smiling.”
The latest, possibly most miserable, installment in the story of adults hating children having fun.
The latest, possibly most miserable, installment in the story of adults hating children having fun.