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Amazing to get out in #WestPark this morning with our Green Team.
Green Party Councillor Nicky Gynn and the team work hard for local residents all year round. If you see our volunteers out and about today, please say hi 👋
If you want to get involved, visit join.greenparty.org.uk
Green Party Councillor Nicky Gynn and the team work hard for local residents all year round. If you see our volunteers out and about today, please say hi 👋
If you want to get involved, visit join.greenparty.org.uk
June 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Amazing to get out in #WestPark this morning with our Green Team.
Green Party Councillor Nicky Gynn and the team work hard for local residents all year round. If you see our volunteers out and about today, please say hi 👋
If you want to get involved, visit join.greenparty.org.uk
Green Party Councillor Nicky Gynn and the team work hard for local residents all year round. If you see our volunteers out and about today, please say hi 👋
If you want to get involved, visit join.greenparty.org.uk
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Remember all that fuss about Millionaires leaving the UK in their droves?
Well….turns out that wasn’t true. Who’d have thought…
Here’s James Meadway on the Macrodose podcast breaking down just how stupid the whole situation is.
No more excuses.
We want wealth taxes now.
Well….turns out that wasn’t true. Who’d have thought…
Here’s James Meadway on the Macrodose podcast breaking down just how stupid the whole situation is.
No more excuses.
We want wealth taxes now.
June 12, 2025 at 6:25 AM
Remember all that fuss about Millionaires leaving the UK in their droves?
Well….turns out that wasn’t true. Who’d have thought…
Here’s James Meadway on the Macrodose podcast breaking down just how stupid the whole situation is.
No more excuses.
We want wealth taxes now.
Well….turns out that wasn’t true. Who’d have thought…
Here’s James Meadway on the Macrodose podcast breaking down just how stupid the whole situation is.
No more excuses.
We want wealth taxes now.
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South Tyneside’s Labour majority council suffered a second defeat of their proposed Local Plan after the Green Group of 9 councillors voted against it, along with others.
The plan was roundly defeated with 23 votes in favour and 27 votes against.
More detail to follow soon…
The plan was roundly defeated with 23 votes in favour and 27 votes against.
More detail to follow soon…
February 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
South Tyneside’s Labour majority council suffered a second defeat of their proposed Local Plan after the Green Group of 9 councillors voted against it, along with others.
The plan was roundly defeated with 23 votes in favour and 27 votes against.
More detail to follow soon…
The plan was roundly defeated with 23 votes in favour and 27 votes against.
More detail to follow soon…
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Councillor Nicky Gynn, representing West Park ward, also spoke movingly about her own personal experiences as a lone parent and expressed pride in the motion's success:
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Councillor Nicky Gynn, representing West Park ward, also spoke movingly about her own personal experiences as a lone parent and expressed pride in the motion's success:
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“…Thank you to those Labour members who showed true courage and moral leadership in putting the needs of vulnerable children first, rather than towing the party line. As I said in the chamber this evening, to all those still supporting this policy - do better. Just do better!"
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
“…Thank you to those Labour members who showed true courage and moral leadership in putting the needs of vulnerable children first, rather than towing the party line. As I said in the chamber this evening, to all those still supporting this policy - do better. Just do better!"
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"The two-child cap is a cruel and unnecessary policy that targets the most vulnerable in South Tyneside and throughout the country. Tonight’s vote proves that compassion and reason can prevail…
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
"The two-child cap is a cruel and unnecessary policy that targets the most vulnerable in South Tyneside and throughout the country. Tonight’s vote proves that compassion and reason can prevail…
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David Francis, Green Group leader and councillor for Beacon and Bents ward, hailed the outcome as a triumph for justice and evidence-based policymaking:
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
David Francis, Green Group leader and councillor for Beacon and Bents ward, hailed the outcome as a triumph for justice and evidence-based policymaking:
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Research from institutions such as the Universities of York and Newcastle shows that scrapping the policy would be one of the most effective measures to alleviate child poverty.
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Research from institutions such as the Universities of York and Newcastle shows that scrapping the policy would be one of the most effective measures to alleviate child poverty.
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Introduced by the Conservative government in 2017, the policy restricts child tax credit and universal credit to the first two children in most households. Criticised as a major driver of child poverty, the cap has been condemned by experts, universities, and charities alike.
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Introduced by the Conservative government in 2017, the policy restricts child tax credit and universal credit to the first two children in most households. Criticised as a major driver of child poverty, the cap has been condemned by experts, universities, and charities alike.
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During the meeting, Labour leader Tracey Dixon was audibly heard putting pressure on Labour members to vote against the motion. Despite her intervention, several Labour councillors defied party lines, demonstrating a growing unease within their ranks over the policy.
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
During the meeting, Labour leader Tracey Dixon was audibly heard putting pressure on Labour members to vote against the motion. Despite her intervention, several Labour councillors defied party lines, demonstrating a growing unease within their ranks over the policy.
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Despite initial resistance and attempts by Labour councillors to water down the motion, a surprising number broke ranks, voting in favour or abstaining—a move that defied their national party's staunch position on maintaining the cap.
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Despite initial resistance and attempts by Labour councillors to water down the motion, a surprising number broke ranks, voting in favour or abstaining—a move that defied their national party's staunch position on maintaining the cap.
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In a significant victory for child poverty reduction, South Tyneside Green Party's motion to call on the Labour government to abolish the two-child benefit cap was passed at the full council meeting on Thursday, January 23rd.
January 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
In a significant victory for child poverty reduction, South Tyneside Green Party's motion to call on the Labour government to abolish the two-child benefit cap was passed at the full council meeting on Thursday, January 23rd.
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❗️Historic Win: South Tyneside Greens Force Council to Back Scrapping of Two-Child Benefit Cap!
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January 24, 2025 at 10:57 AM
❗️Historic Win: South Tyneside Greens Force Council to Back Scrapping of Two-Child Benefit Cap!
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I seem to have upset the Nigel Farage fan club - so let me be clear.
This man sows hate, lies and division.
He is a grifter and a conman.
He does not represent the vast majority of Britons.
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P.s. multiculturalism is great.
This man sows hate, lies and division.
He is a grifter and a conman.
He does not represent the vast majority of Britons.
Repost if you agree
P.s. multiculturalism is great.
December 27, 2024 at 9:55 AM
I seem to have upset the Nigel Farage fan club - so let me be clear.
This man sows hate, lies and division.
He is a grifter and a conman.
He does not represent the vast majority of Britons.
Repost if you agree
P.s. multiculturalism is great.
This man sows hate, lies and division.
He is a grifter and a conman.
He does not represent the vast majority of Britons.
Repost if you agree
P.s. multiculturalism is great.
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🎄 Merry Christmas from everyone at the Green Party 💚
December 25, 2024 at 9:00 AM
🎄 Merry Christmas from everyone at the Green Party 💚
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Most Leave voters now back freedom of movement for single market access, an ECFR poll finds. Labour must stop ignoring this shift in public opinion and prioritise closer EU relations.
December 12, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Most Leave voters now back freedom of movement for single market access, an ECFR poll finds. Labour must stop ignoring this shift in public opinion and prioritise closer EU relations.
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Please share 💚
December 9, 2024 at 7:38 AM
Please share 💚
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The #FinancialSector - a threat to the security of us all.
Does the government REMEMBER the last financial crash?
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Does the government REMEMBER the last financial crash?
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
UK Will Consider Further Relaxing Rules on London Banker Bonuses
The UK will consider ditching more restrictions on banker bonuses as the country looks for ways to become more competitive on the global financial stage.
www.bloomberg.com
November 26, 2024 at 8:29 PM
The #FinancialSector - a threat to the security of us all.
Does the government REMEMBER the last financial crash?
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Does the government REMEMBER the last financial crash?
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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No one thinks there are zero people scamming the system. But the few cheats cost the country very little compared with the very rich avoiding their taxes. Are Labour also going to get the right to take missed tax payments from their bank accounts?
November 25, 2024 at 12:22 PM
No one thinks there are zero people scamming the system. But the few cheats cost the country very little compared with the very rich avoiding their taxes. Are Labour also going to get the right to take missed tax payments from their bank accounts?
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The devastation of Storm Bert reminds us: climate change is here, and it's hitting the UK hard. While Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage deny the urgency of net zero, the Greens call for the bold, transformative action the UK and our planet needs.
November 25, 2024 at 3:00 PM
The devastation of Storm Bert reminds us: climate change is here, and it's hitting the UK hard. While Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage deny the urgency of net zero, the Greens call for the bold, transformative action the UK and our planet needs.
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✍️ Petition to save our Post Office!
✅ Over 300 people have already signed the petition!
Our Post Office is a vital community service for local people and businesses - and the staff deserve our support 💚
Keep signing and sharing, please.
Sign here: actionnetwork.org/petitions/sa...
✅ Over 300 people have already signed the petition!
Our Post Office is a vital community service for local people and businesses - and the staff deserve our support 💚
Keep signing and sharing, please.
Sign here: actionnetwork.org/petitions/sa...
Save the King Street Post Office in South Shields
Residents of South Tyneside are saddened to learn that the King Street Post Office, opened in 2017, is earmarked for closure.
The Post Office is a hub of the community and the only way that many...
actionnetwork.org
November 25, 2024 at 9:46 PM
✍️ Petition to save our Post Office!
✅ Over 300 people have already signed the petition!
Our Post Office is a vital community service for local people and businesses - and the staff deserve our support 💚
Keep signing and sharing, please.
Sign here: actionnetwork.org/petitions/sa...
✅ Over 300 people have already signed the petition!
Our Post Office is a vital community service for local people and businesses - and the staff deserve our support 💚
Keep signing and sharing, please.
Sign here: actionnetwork.org/petitions/sa...
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Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women & Girls.
Every 10 minutes, partners and family members killed a woman intentionally in 2023.
The Green Party would make misogyny a hate crime across the UK and increase the police’s capacity to deal with domestic violence.
Every 10 minutes, partners and family members killed a woman intentionally in 2023.
The Green Party would make misogyny a hate crime across the UK and increase the police’s capacity to deal with domestic violence.
November 25, 2024 at 8:30 AM
Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women & Girls.
Every 10 minutes, partners and family members killed a woman intentionally in 2023.
The Green Party would make misogyny a hate crime across the UK and increase the police’s capacity to deal with domestic violence.
Every 10 minutes, partners and family members killed a woman intentionally in 2023.
The Green Party would make misogyny a hate crime across the UK and increase the police’s capacity to deal with domestic violence.
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The ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant must compel the Government to end the indefensible sale of arms to Israel.
November 22, 2024 at 1:00 PM
The ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant must compel the Government to end the indefensible sale of arms to Israel.