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Polanski apologises over houseboat council tax

Zack Polanski admitted living on a London houseboat and taking steps to pay any council tax owed, amid questions about whether it was his main residence.

2 days ago

Polanski faces fresh questions after claims over MoJ role and past career statements - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Claims about employment at the Ministry of Justice lack supporting records, with later acknowledgments indicating an acting role via a temporary agency.

Cracks showing for Labour close to back yards of Starmer's top team

Labour’s local election losses show coalition fragmentation, with Reform and Greens winning key areas, forcing Starmer to rethink strategy beyond focusing on Reform alone.

1 day ago

Polanski apologises over houseboat council tax

Zack Polanski admitted living on a London houseboat and taking steps to pay any council tax owed, amid questions about whether it was his main residence.

2 days ago

Polanski faces fresh questions after claims over MoJ role and past career statements - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Claims about employment at the Ministry of Justice lack supporting records, with later acknowledgments indicating an acting role via a temporary agency.

Cracks showing for Labour close to back yards of Starmer's top team

Labour’s local election losses show coalition fragmentation, with Reform and Greens winning key areas, forcing Starmer to rethink strategy beyond focusing on Reform alone.

New Lambeth councillor suspended from Green Party

A newly elected Lambeth Green councillor was suspended over alleged antisemitic social media posts, with options to sit as independent or change groups.

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

Reform and the Greens gained council seats by drawing stronger support from deprived, less-educated, and age-specific areas, reshaping England’s fragmented local political landscape.

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Anthony Slaughter: The punk pioneer making Senedd history for the Greens

A Green Party leader with anti-apartheid roots pledges rent freezes, bus fare caps, and council tax replacement in Wales’ first parliamentary Green presence.

#uk-local-elections

The towns and cities showing politics in England is splintering from two-party system

Labour lost control of many UK councils in local elections, weakening its London dominance and strengthening Reform and Green gains.

UK politics

Lib Dems offer alternative to extremes of Reform and Greens, Davey says

UK politics

The records broken in historic local elections that rocked Labour as Reform surges

London politics

Havering and Hackney voters choose opposing visions of change

Polanski says two-party politics 'dead' after election gains for Greens

Green Party gains in local elections, including first elected mayors, signal a shift away from Labour and two-party politics toward Green versus Reform.

What do the unfolding local election results mean? Our panel responds

Greens gained major urban local election ground, threatening Labour’s inner-city dominance despite Labour’s smear strategy.

The towns and cities showing politics in England is splintering from two-party system

Labour lost control of many UK councils in local elections, weakening its London dominance and strengthening Reform and Green gains.

Lib Dems offer alternative to extremes of Reform and Greens, Davey says

Liberal Democrats gained major local and Scottish seats by positioning as a values-based alternative to left and right populism.

The records broken in historic local elections that rocked Labour as Reform surges

Local elections across England, Scotland, and Wales shifted power, breaking long-standing Labour majorities and boosting Reform and the Green Party.

Havering and Hackney voters choose opposing visions of change

Voters in Havering and Hackney chose different political directions, with Reform UK taking Havering council control and the Green Party winning Hackney’s first directly elected mayor and council majority.

Polanski says two-party politics 'dead' after election gains for Greens

Green Party gains in local elections, including first elected mayors, signal a shift away from Labour and two-party politics toward Green versus Reform.

What do the unfolding local election results mean? Our panel responds

Greens gained major urban local election ground, threatening Labour’s inner-city dominance despite Labour’s smear strategy.

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Green gains see Labour lose control of Lewisham and Lambeth

I'll talk to work on Monday': what happens when a paper candidate' actually wins

Some surprise local election winners were unhappy because they were selected as unlikely “paper” candidates or faced eligibility and practical constraints after winning.

London local elections: What were the results in Richmond?

Liberal Democrats won all 54 Richmond Council seats, ousting all Green councillors and expanding control for a third term.

Two Green Party candidates arrested over alleged antisemitic online posts

Two Green Party candidates have been arrested for allegedly stirring up racial hatred online.

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.

London politics

Green gains see Labour lose control of Lewisham and Lambeth

I'll talk to work on Monday': what happens when a paper candidate' actually wins

Some surprise local election winners were unhappy because they were selected as unlikely “paper” candidates or faced eligibility and practical constraints after winning.

London local elections: What were the results in Richmond?

Liberal Democrats won all 54 Richmond Council seats, ousting all Green councillors and expanding control for a third term.

Two Green Party candidates arrested over alleged antisemitic online posts

Two Green Party candidates have been arrested for allegedly stirring up racial hatred online.

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.

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A new political landscape for London sets in

London politics

Local elections 2026 LIVE: Polanski's Green Party storms London as Labour suffers historic defeats

UK politics

Labour vote sinks in London as Greens make gains

Green Party gains in London followed Labour vote collapse, winning councils and borough mayors while leaving multiple councils under no overall control.

London local elections 2026: Live results map for every mayoralty and council

London borough elections are underway with Labour weakened since 2024, Greens positioned to gain, and Reform potentially topping polls in some councils.

A new political landscape for London sets in

Greens gained multiple London councils and directly elected mayors, while Reform UK and Conservatives also won control in several boroughs, reshaping London’s political map.

London politics

Local elections 2026 LIVE: Polanski's Green Party storms London as Labour suffers historic defeats

Labour vote sinks in London as Greens make gains

Green Party gains in London followed Labour vote collapse, winning councils and borough mayors while leaving multiple councils under no overall control.

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London local elections 2026: Live results map for every mayoralty and council

London borough elections are underway with Labour weakened since 2024, Greens positioned to gain, and Reform potentially topping polls in some councils.

#hackney

London local elections 2026: Green candidate Zoe Garbett elected Mayor of Hackney

Zoe Garbett won Hackney’s directly elected mayoralty for the Green Party, ending Labour’s control and promising direct policy and service control.

Greens unseat Labour to win mayoral election in Hackney

Green Party wins Hackney mayoral power from Labour after 24 years, framing the result as hope over fear and signaling broader ambitions.

Will the Greens win over Hackney? - podcast

The Green party in Hackney is optimistic about the upcoming local elections.

Hackney mayoral race sees Greens take on Labour

Hackney's mayoral election features Labour's Caroline Woodley and Green's Zoe Garbett, focusing on housing and cost of living concerns.

London local elections 2026: Green candidate Zoe Garbett elected Mayor of Hackney

Zoe Garbett won Hackney’s directly elected mayoralty for the Green Party, ending Labour’s control and promising direct policy and service control.

Greens unseat Labour to win mayoral election in Hackney

Green Party wins Hackney mayoral power from Labour after 24 years, framing the result as hope over fear and signaling broader ambitions.

Will the Greens win over Hackney? - podcast

The Green party in Hackney is optimistic about the upcoming local elections.

Hackney mayoral race sees Greens take on Labour

Hackney's mayoral election features Labour's Caroline Woodley and Green's Zoe Garbett, focusing on housing and cost of living concerns.

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Green Party row after foreign-language campaign video sparks concern

A Green Party figure said a campaign video using a foreign language made him uncomfortable and questioned its appropriateness for UK political messaging.

Labour loses control of Exeter after 14 years

Labour has lost overall control of Exeter City Council after 14 years in power. While the party remains the largest group at the authority, it lost five councillors from the previous time the seats were up for election in 2022, taking its overall number down to 18 - two below the majority mark. The Green Party gained three seats to move to 10 seats overall and remains the second largest group at the authority while the Liberal Democrats gained a seat - taking their total to five.

UK politics

#anti-semitism

UK politics

Greens drop London candidate over Golders Green ambulance 'false flag' claims

Left-wing politics

Green candidate apologises for sharing 'harmful' social media posts about Jewish people

A Green Party candidate in Lambeth apologized for sharing anti-Semitic posts and misinformation about 9/11.

UK politics

Greens drop London candidate over Golders Green ambulance 'false flag' claims

Left-wing politics

Green candidate apologises for sharing 'harmful' social media posts about Jewish people

A Green Party candidate in Lambeth apologized for sharing anti-Semitic posts and misinformation about 9/11.

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#zack-polanski

UK politics

The anti-Semitism smear that ruined Corbyn's Labour now targets the Greens

UK politics

Who is Zack Polanski, UK Greens leader and rising political star?

UK politics

Zack Polanski says he was wrong to call himself a Red Cross spokesperson

UK politics

Polanski says he was wrong to claim he was a Red Cross spokesman

UK politics

Polanski accuses Times of scraping the barrel' over his claim to be charity spokesperson UK politics live

UK politics

Zack Polanski falsely claimed to be British Red Cross spokesperson, charity says

The anti-Semitism smear that ruined Corbyn's Labour now targets the Greens

Zack Polanski's leadership and support for Palestine have significantly boosted the Green Party's political standing in Britain amidst rising anti-establishment sentiment.

Who is Zack Polanski, UK Greens leader and rising political star?

Zack Polanski's leadership is driving the Green Party's rise in UK local elections, focusing on environmental and socialist policies.

Zack Polanski says he was wrong to call himself a Red Cross spokesperson

Zack Polanski acknowledged misrepresenting his role with the British Red Cross amid rising scrutiny of the Green party's popularity and wealth tax support.

Polanski says he was wrong to claim he was a Red Cross spokesman

Zack Polanski admitted to falsely claiming he was a spokesman for the British Red Cross during his campaign for Green Party deputy leader.

Polanski accuses Times of scraping the barrel' over his claim to be charity spokesperson UK politics live

Zack Polanski faces scrutiny over his past as Green party leader, including allegations of embellishing his CV and controversial statements.

Zack Polanski falsely claimed to be British Red Cross spokesperson, charity says

Zack Polanski falsely claimed to be a spokesperson for the British Red Cross during his Green party leadership campaign.

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#labour-party

London politics

Green party threat to Labour in London laid bare in Starmer's own back yard

Starmer's referendum': How local elections could expose a fractured UK

Labour faces potential electoral setbacks as Reform UK and the Greens gain support amid political controversies and policy shifts.

London politics

We have let them come on to our ground': Labour fights off Green gains in Leeds

UK politics

Jennie Formby, Labour's former general secretary, says she has joined Greens

Labour on course for worst election result in London in nearly 50 years

The Labour Party faces significant losses in London local elections, with the Greens and Reform expected to gain ground.

Greens have welcomed' people expelled by Labour for antisemitism, Steve Reed claims

The Greens have welcomed former Labour members with antisemitic views, raising concerns about their candidates ahead of the upcoming elections.

Green party threat to Labour in London laid bare in Starmer's own back yard

Labour faces significant challenges in London as Green Party support surges, particularly in Camden and Hackney councils.

Starmer's referendum': How local elections could expose a fractured UK

Labour faces potential electoral setbacks as Reform UK and the Greens gain support amid political controversies and policy shifts.

We have let them come on to our ground': Labour fights off Green gains in Leeds

Labour faces challenges from the Green party in affluent Leeds areas, as voters seek change amid dissatisfaction with national performance.

Jennie Formby, Labour's former general secretary, says she has joined Greens

Jennie Formby, former Labour general secretary, has joined the Green party, reflecting a trend of Corbyn allies defecting amid dissatisfaction with Labour leadership.

Labour on course for worst election result in London in nearly 50 years

The Labour Party faces significant losses in London local elections, with the Greens and Reform expected to gain ground.

Greens have welcomed' people expelled by Labour for antisemitism, Steve Reed claims

The Greens have welcomed former Labour members with antisemitic views, raising concerns about their candidates ahead of the upcoming elections.

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Andy Burnham sparks Labour anger with appearance alongside Greens

Andy Burnham's participation in a progressive rally has angered some Labour MPs, who feel it undermines their local election efforts.

#antisemitism

Right-wing politics

Zack Polanski's Jewish identity is being erased because his views are too leftwing | Owen Jones

The Green party leader faced misrepresentation and contempt during an interview regarding antisemitism and Jewish identity in political discourse.

Greens must take immediate action against antisemitism in party, says Lucas

Caroline Lucas demands immediate action against Green Party candidates making antisemitic comments ahead of elections.

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

Elise Benjamin calls for a review of the Green Party's complaints process amid rising antisemitism concerns as elections approach.

Zack Polanski calls for nuance' when discussing antisemitism in rebuke of PM

Zack Polanski urges careful handling of antisemitism, criticizing political gamesmanship and highlighting the distinction between antisemitism and pro-Palestinian views.

Right-wing politics

Zack Polanski's Jewish identity is being erased because his views are too leftwing | Owen Jones

The Green party leader faced misrepresentation and contempt during an interview regarding antisemitism and Jewish identity in political discourse.

Greens must take immediate action against antisemitism in party, says Lucas

Caroline Lucas demands immediate action against Green Party candidates making antisemitic comments ahead of elections.

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

Elise Benjamin calls for a review of the Green Party's complaints process amid rising antisemitism concerns as elections approach.

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Zack Polanski calls for nuance' when discussing antisemitism in rebuke of PM

Zack Polanski urges careful handling of antisemitism, criticizing political gamesmanship and highlighting the distinction between antisemitism and pro-Palestinian views.

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Drag queen pro wrestler hopes to take on Keir Starmer in elections

"Sandra is a Blackpool landlady whose magician husband left her for his new assistant Abraca-Debra. She started as a stand-up character and was born from skits my flatmate and I were doing during lockdown when we were bored."

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#migrant-detention

Grotesque': parties criticise Reform UK plan to set up migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas

Reform government plans to prioritize migrant detention centers in areas with Green MPs, sparking widespread criticism and controversy.

Reform pledges to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas

Reform UK plans to open migrant detention centres in Green Party areas, citing their support for open borders as justification.

Grotesque': parties criticise Reform UK plan to set up migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas

Reform government plans to prioritize migrant detention centers in areas with Green MPs, sparking widespread criticism and controversy.

Reform pledges to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas

Reform UK plans to open migrant detention centres in Green Party areas, citing their support for open borders as justification.

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London local elections 2026: Everything you need to know, including date, where to vote and what you need to vote

London's local elections are crucial, with Labour's dominance challenged by potential gains for the Greens and Reform.

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.

What you need to know as Lambeth heads into local elections

Labour may lose control of London councils despite being the largest party, with significant competition from Greens and Liberal Democrats.

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.

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London local elections 2026: Everything you need to know, including date, where to vote and what you need to vote

London's local elections are crucial, with Labour's dominance challenged by potential gains for the Greens and Reform.

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.

What you need to know as Lambeth heads into local elections

Labour may lose control of London councils despite being the largest party, with significant competition from Greens and Liberal Democrats.

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.

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South London Greens 'mistakenly' endorse candidate suspended over antisemitism allegations

A candidate in Croydon remains on the ballot as a Green Party member despite suspension over controversial social media posts.

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

Green party supporters in Cardiff are energized ahead of crucial Senedd elections, with potential for coalition influence in Welsh politics.

Polanski takes combative approach as Greens enter media spotlight

Smaller parties in the UK, like the Green party, face intense media scrutiny and controversy as they gain popularity, often leading to negative portrayals.

The battle to take political control of Birmingham

Birmingham's local elections are unpredictable, with multiple parties likely leading to a joint administration for the first time in over a decade.

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Greens pledge 15 minimum wage for all workers

The Green Party of England and Wales proposes a £15 minimum wage for all workers and stronger employment rights protections.

LGBT

Green Party deputy leader Mothin Ali's stance on LGBTQ+ issues

Mothin Ali encouraged suspended Green Party members to seek legal action against the party over alleged antisemitism issues.

Met police arrest two Green election candidates over alleged antisemitism

Two Green party candidates in Lambeth were arrested for alleged antisemitic social media posts amid an ongoing police investigation.

We can't abolish leasehold outright, minister says

In making that manifesto commitment to bring the leasehold system to an end, we were not promising to immediately abolish leasehold outright. Anyone with even the most rudimentary knowledge of leasehold knows that outright and immediate abolition of circa five million English and Welsh leases is almost certainly impossible.

UK politics

Sectarianism? Family voting? No, what British Muslims are doing with their votes is called democracy | Taj Ali

Democracy in Britain is perceived as unhealthy, with concerns about electoral integrity and narratives surrounding Muslim voters influencing political discourse.

What you need to know as Waltham Forest heads into local elections

Waltham Forest shows a potential shift in political control with Labour dominance challenged by Conservatives and emerging Green successes.

Right-wing politics

Zack Polanski calls for Trump to be 'kicked out' of his Scottish golf courses

The Green Party leader calls for Donald Trump to be removed from his Scottish golf courses and for them to be community-owned.

Greens promise 'affordable' leases to help High Streets

The Green Party plans to revive high streets by creating affordable leases for local businesses and using compulsory purchase orders for empty shops.

#reproductive-rights

Inside the Green Party's top target in London as Labour faces election wipeout

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.

UK politics

Greens challenged over crackpot conspiracy theorist' candidates

UK politics

Green leader Zack Polanski raises party ambitions after membership and poll surge

Inside the Green Party's top target in London as Labour faces election wipeout

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.

Greens challenged over crackpot conspiracy theorist' candidates

The Independent reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and antisemitism in politics, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.

Green leader Zack Polanski raises party ambitions after membership and poll surge

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.

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What you need to know as Newham heads into local elections

Labour's dominance in Newham is challenged by significant defections and a potential shift in control during upcoming elections.

What you need to know as Lewisham heads into local elections

Labour maintains control in Lewisham despite Green Party gains and upcoming mayoral election.

#reform-uk

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.

UK politics

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.

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Joe Keithley of D.O.A.'s punk-turned-politician doc now streaming

The filmmakers followed D.O.A. frontman Joe Keithley during his 2022 reelection campaign to document the amount of work and commitment that goes into running for public office.

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4 weeks ago

Green migration policy could push UK population to 76 million - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK population could rise to 75.9 million by 2034 under the Green Party's immigration approach, driven by high net migration levels.

Greens win by-election to replace jailed councillor

The Green Party won a Kent County Council by-election, replacing a jailed councillor with Rob Yates, who received nearly 39% of the vote.

Zack Polanski calls for UK to withdraw trade agreement with Israel after strikes on Lebanon

Zack Polanski demands the UK government impose sanctions on Israel and end the UK-Israel trade agreement following Israeli strikes on Lebanon.

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.

Labour is letting down Britain's children, says National Education Union leader

The leader of the UK's largest education union criticizes the government's education policies and warns Labour of losing support among its members.

Zack Polanski meets unions in attempt to get them to switch party funding to Greens

Zack Polanski has kicked off a charm offensive designed to convince trade unions to stop funding Labour and throw their weight behind the Green party, as he delivered the first in a series of speeches to union conferences.

Education

Wow, people were so angry at Labour!' Green MP Hannah Spencer on politics, plumbing, smears and snobbery

Hannah Spencer's victory in Gorton and Denton marks a significant shift in political dynamics, with a 26% swing from Labour to the Greens.

Media industry

Polanski says breast enlargement claim saw surge in emails from men asking for help

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of on-the-ground reporting.

Labour faces historic collapse in Wales ahead of May elections - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour faces potential removal from power in Wales, with Plaid Cymru projected to become the largest party in the Senedd.

Doge of the left' could save UK taxpayers up to 30bn, says new green thinktank

A left-leaning Doge could save taxpayers up to 30bn annually by eliminating waste, fraud, and tax avoidance.

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Could Germany bring back the '9-euro ticket' for public transport?

Green party leaders propose reducing the Deutschlandticket to nine euros to ensure affordable transport amid rising living costs in Germany.

Politics latest: Rayner warns Starmer's immigration reforms are un-British'

Angela Rayner challenges Prime Minister Keir Starmer's immigration reforms as un-British, warning Labour must deliver change urgently or face decline, while Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes government economic policies and Middle East instability's impact on British costs.

2 months ago

Dozens of MPs urge Greens to officially ditch normal' childbirth policy immediately

Green Party leader Zack Polanski faces pressure from over 50 Labour MPs to officially abandon the party's controversial maternity policy that sought to reduce Caesarean sections.

2 months ago

Reform leads general election betting surge - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reform UK leads betting markets for the next general election with improved odds of 6/4, while Restore Britain's support has declined and the Green Party has gained momentum following recent by-election victories.