Izzy Russell
@is0belrussell.bsky.social
One of three Green Party councillors for Ashley ward (Bristol)
UoBristol student
Activist
UoBristol student
Activist
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"Now that we've got this additional burden to meet, that should be shared amongst those who can afford to pay it, not on people who are already struggling." - PMUK's Ian Gregg speaking to BBC's Look North.
#TaxTheSuperRich
#TaxTheSuperRich
November 15, 2025 at 8:01 AM
"Now that we've got this additional burden to meet, that should be shared amongst those who can afford to pay it, not on people who are already struggling." - PMUK's Ian Gregg speaking to BBC's Look North.
#TaxTheSuperRich
#TaxTheSuperRich
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🎉 We are all thrilled to welcome Cllr Al-Maghrabi into the Green Group!
💚 Al is a kind, compassionate and diligent councillor - we are lucky to have him with us.
📈 @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social now has half the councillors in Bristol!
🤝 Welcome @alsayedpolitico.bsky.social!
💚 Al is a kind, compassionate and diligent councillor - we are lucky to have him with us.
📈 @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social now has half the councillors in Bristol!
🤝 Welcome @alsayedpolitico.bsky.social!
Bristol Labour councillor defects to the Green Party
He criticised Labour's national leadership
www.bristolpost.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 10:42 AM
🎉 We are all thrilled to welcome Cllr Al-Maghrabi into the Green Group!
💚 Al is a kind, compassionate and diligent councillor - we are lucky to have him with us.
📈 @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social now has half the councillors in Bristol!
🤝 Welcome @alsayedpolitico.bsky.social!
💚 Al is a kind, compassionate and diligent councillor - we are lucky to have him with us.
📈 @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social now has half the councillors in Bristol!
🤝 Welcome @alsayedpolitico.bsky.social!
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Poor research led to one of our Bristol Cllr’s, Abdul Malik, being wrongly slurred on BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme this morning with claims he said terrible things about Jewish people. Yesterday, Abdul and his fellow ward Councillors issued this statement about the terrible synagogue attack.
October 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Poor research led to one of our Bristol Cllr’s, Abdul Malik, being wrongly slurred on BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme this morning with claims he said terrible things about Jewish people. Yesterday, Abdul and his fellow ward Councillors issued this statement about the terrible synagogue attack.
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LANDMARK MOMENT - the Greens now have more members across Great Britain than the Lib Dems!
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)
September 22, 2025 at 4:42 PM
LANDMARK MOMENT - the Greens now have more members across Great Britain than the Lib Dems!
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)
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How do we fix this mess?
September 16, 2025 at 6:34 AM
How do we fix this mess?
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I'm sure Steve Smith would feel the same if something fundamental to HIS personal identity was being mocked and at the centre of a years long culture war.
Fortunately for him, being white, male and a bit of a twit don't need to be protected characteristics.
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
Fortunately for him, being white, male and a bit of a twit don't need to be protected characteristics.
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
'Councillors walking out of the council chamber is childish, petulant and pathetic'
Former Bristol lord mayor Steve Smith says the council chamber at City Hall "is a bit of a sacred space for democracy"
www.bristol247.com
September 12, 2025 at 7:11 AM
I'm sure Steve Smith would feel the same if something fundamental to HIS personal identity was being mocked and at the centre of a years long culture war.
Fortunately for him, being white, male and a bit of a twit don't need to be protected characteristics.
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
Fortunately for him, being white, male and a bit of a twit don't need to be protected characteristics.
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
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Nigel Farage is the biggest charlatan in British political history.
And here's what his constitutents in Clacton really think:
And here's what his constitutents in Clacton really think:
September 7, 2025 at 5:37 AM
Nigel Farage is the biggest charlatan in British political history.
And here's what his constitutents in Clacton really think:
And here's what his constitutents in Clacton really think:
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We've been making steady steps forward in recent years, but now we need to take a huge stride. The political stage is set for a real alternative that challenges the elites and gives power to the people. We need to grab it with both hands with @zackpolanski.bsky.social as our next Green Party leader!
July 31, 2025 at 7:08 PM
We've been making steady steps forward in recent years, but now we need to take a huge stride. The political stage is set for a real alternative that challenges the elites and gives power to the people. We need to grab it with both hands with @zackpolanski.bsky.social as our next Green Party leader!
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Congratulations to @is0belrussell.bsky.social for passing this motion opposing Bristol Airport expansion.
84% of people oppose expansion (although Bristol Labour abstained...); @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social stand against this pointless climate-wrecking.
www.bristol247.com/climate/news...
84% of people oppose expansion (although Bristol Labour abstained...); @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social stand against this pointless climate-wrecking.
www.bristol247.com/climate/news...
Protesters oppose 'plane stupid' plans for airport expansion
Dozens gathered outside City Hall ahead of Tuesday evening's full council meeting
www.bristol247.com
July 8, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Congratulations to @is0belrussell.bsky.social for passing this motion opposing Bristol Airport expansion.
84% of people oppose expansion (although Bristol Labour abstained...); @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social stand against this pointless climate-wrecking.
www.bristol247.com/climate/news...
84% of people oppose expansion (although Bristol Labour abstained...); @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social stand against this pointless climate-wrecking.
www.bristol247.com/climate/news...
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The government wants to impose a system of local government EVERYWHERE.
But what of communities - like Sheffield & Bristol - that don't want this?
#democracy - it would be a good idea
@bristolgreenparty.bsky.social @sheffgreenparty.bsky.social @local.gov.uk
But what of communities - like Sheffield & Bristol - that don't want this?
#democracy - it would be a good idea
@bristolgreenparty.bsky.social @sheffgreenparty.bsky.social @local.gov.uk
July 7, 2025 at 10:10 PM
The government wants to impose a system of local government EVERYWHERE.
But what of communities - like Sheffield & Bristol - that don't want this?
#democracy - it would be a good idea
@bristolgreenparty.bsky.social @sheffgreenparty.bsky.social @local.gov.uk
But what of communities - like Sheffield & Bristol - that don't want this?
#democracy - it would be a good idea
@bristolgreenparty.bsky.social @sheffgreenparty.bsky.social @local.gov.uk
Debunking some myths!
July 7, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Debunking some myths!
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@is0belrussell.bsky.social: “Limiting airport expansion is not about penalising people who fly once or even twice a year. 63% of the new passenger traffic seen over the past two decades has been caused by frequent and even ultra frequent flyers.”
July 3, 2025 at 7:03 PM
@is0belrussell.bsky.social: “Limiting airport expansion is not about penalising people who fly once or even twice a year. 63% of the new passenger traffic seen over the past two decades has been caused by frequent and even ultra frequent flyers.”
The Labour government are trying to make Palestine Action a proscribed terrorist group
We are all against genocide, no? Then we are all Palestine Action.
Labour yet again lashing out at anyone who disagrees with them
Sign here to reject this absurdity
palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk
We are all against genocide, no? Then we are all Palestine Action.
Labour yet again lashing out at anyone who disagrees with them
Sign here to reject this absurdity
palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk
PETITION: Defend the right to protest: no proscription of Palestine Action
palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk
June 30, 2025 at 11:29 AM
The Labour government are trying to make Palestine Action a proscribed terrorist group
We are all against genocide, no? Then we are all Palestine Action.
Labour yet again lashing out at anyone who disagrees with them
Sign here to reject this absurdity
palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk
We are all against genocide, no? Then we are all Palestine Action.
Labour yet again lashing out at anyone who disagrees with them
Sign here to reject this absurdity
palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk
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Tenants at Queen's Court are living in appalling conditions and frankly I've been shocked by the property management company's failure to do its basic duties. I won't let this drop - will keep fighting for residents.
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
Housing block tenants hit out at 'squalid' living conditions
Bristol MP Carla Denyer is demanding action over horrific conditions in Queen’s Court flats where tenants face rising rents, black mould and threats
www.bristolpost.co.uk
May 7, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Tenants at Queen's Court are living in appalling conditions and frankly I've been shocked by the property management company's failure to do its basic duties. I won't let this drop - will keep fighting for residents.
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
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weapons-grade morons
May 3, 2025 at 3:27 PM
weapons-grade morons
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This morning @greenparty.org.uk has called for the EHRC’s harsh and ill-considered guidance on single-sex spaces to be withdrawn. As it stands the guidance puts trans people at risk of discrimination & violence, and clearly hasn’t been drawn up with trans people’s input. I’ll be pushing for better.
April 27, 2025 at 10:04 AM
This morning @greenparty.org.uk has called for the EHRC’s harsh and ill-considered guidance on single-sex spaces to be withdrawn. As it stands the guidance puts trans people at risk of discrimination & violence, and clearly hasn’t been drawn up with trans people’s input. I’ll be pushing for better.
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A big Green win! The govt has confirmed it will move ahead with a new Natural History GCSE—something we’ve long fought for. Delighted to have helped secure this commitment. Now let’s make sure it truly equips young people to protect nature & tackle the climate crisis!
March 24, 2025 at 4:51 PM
A big Green win! The govt has confirmed it will move ahead with a new Natural History GCSE—something we’ve long fought for. Delighted to have helped secure this commitment. Now let’s make sure it truly equips young people to protect nature & tackle the climate crisis!
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It's not antisemitic to oppose genocide.
March 20, 2025 at 3:49 PM
It's not antisemitic to oppose genocide.
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You can help too!
Use this handy guide and write to your local MP to demand change:
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Use this handy guide and write to your local MP to demand change:
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March 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
You can help too!
Use this handy guide and write to your local MP to demand change:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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Use this handy guide and write to your local MP to demand change:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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✊ LABOUR AUSTERITY IS STILL AUSTERITY ✊
Cllr Izzy Russell explains how Bristol Greens are cleaning up after Bristol Labour's mess and demands more from this Labour government.
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Cllr Izzy Russell explains how Bristol Greens are cleaning up after Bristol Labour's mess and demands more from this Labour government.
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March 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
✊ LABOUR AUSTERITY IS STILL AUSTERITY ✊
Cllr Izzy Russell explains how Bristol Greens are cleaning up after Bristol Labour's mess and demands more from this Labour government.
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Cllr Izzy Russell explains how Bristol Greens are cleaning up after Bristol Labour's mess and demands more from this Labour government.
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• UK billionaires saw their wealth grow by £35 million per day in 2024
• 5 major energy companies made £240 billion in profits since 2020
• Corporate profit margins 30% up since before the pandemic
Yet Labour wants to cut welfare 🥀
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• 5 major energy companies made £240 billion in profits since 2020
• Corporate profit margins 30% up since before the pandemic
Yet Labour wants to cut welfare 🥀
join.greenparty.org.uk
“ @carladenyer.bsky.social painted a bleak picture of life under the current government, highlighting pensioners forced to cut back on hot meals, parents struggling to afford food, and disabled people left without vital support.”
'A political choice that will wreck lives' – Green MP blasts Labour's welfare cuts
Carla Denyer has accused Labour of making “all the wrong choices” as Chancellor Rachel Reeves reportedly plans to cut welfare spending.
www.spottednews.com
March 11, 2025 at 7:02 PM
• UK billionaires saw their wealth grow by £35 million per day in 2024
• 5 major energy companies made £240 billion in profits since 2020
• Corporate profit margins 30% up since before the pandemic
Yet Labour wants to cut welfare 🥀
join.greenparty.org.uk
• 5 major energy companies made £240 billion in profits since 2020
• Corporate profit margins 30% up since before the pandemic
Yet Labour wants to cut welfare 🥀
join.greenparty.org.uk
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The Government is planning to unveil more than £6 billion of welfare cuts that will see even people with extreme disabilities lose money.
None of this is necessary. Billions could be raised by taxing the super-rich fairly.
Labour are choosing to punish the most vulnerable.
None of this is necessary. Billions could be raised by taxing the super-rich fairly.
Labour are choosing to punish the most vulnerable.
March 10, 2025 at 10:40 AM
The Government is planning to unveil more than £6 billion of welfare cuts that will see even people with extreme disabilities lose money.
None of this is necessary. Billions could be raised by taxing the super-rich fairly.
Labour are choosing to punish the most vulnerable.
None of this is necessary. Billions could be raised by taxing the super-rich fairly.
Labour are choosing to punish the most vulnerable.
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💷 DID YOU KNOW THAT THIS LABOUR GOVERNMENT HAS GIVEN A SMALLER INCREASE TO BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL FUNDING THAN THE TORIES DID?!?! 💷
Cllr Shona Jemphrey is demanding more from Starmer and Reeves. How do we fund it you ask? Well….wealth taxes of course!
Cllr Shona Jemphrey is demanding more from Starmer and Reeves. How do we fund it you ask? Well….wealth taxes of course!
March 5, 2025 at 12:29 PM
💷 DID YOU KNOW THAT THIS LABOUR GOVERNMENT HAS GIVEN A SMALLER INCREASE TO BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL FUNDING THAN THE TORIES DID?!?! 💷
Cllr Shona Jemphrey is demanding more from Starmer and Reeves. How do we fund it you ask? Well….wealth taxes of course!
Cllr Shona Jemphrey is demanding more from Starmer and Reeves. How do we fund it you ask? Well….wealth taxes of course!
Bristol city council budget setting meeting right now..
Bristol Labour are embarrassing themselves and the council
So far they’ve taken advantage of DV survivors, trying to guilt trip and scare people into voting for their amendments, blaming greens for THEIR previous cuts..
Bristol Labour are embarrassing themselves and the council
So far they’ve taken advantage of DV survivors, trying to guilt trip and scare people into voting for their amendments, blaming greens for THEIR previous cuts..
February 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Bristol city council budget setting meeting right now..
Bristol Labour are embarrassing themselves and the council
So far they’ve taken advantage of DV survivors, trying to guilt trip and scare people into voting for their amendments, blaming greens for THEIR previous cuts..
Bristol Labour are embarrassing themselves and the council
So far they’ve taken advantage of DV survivors, trying to guilt trip and scare people into voting for their amendments, blaming greens for THEIR previous cuts..