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16th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
This month, the House of Commons voted to support proportional representation (PR) at general elections, a symbolic and positive step toward a new and reformed voting system.
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20th November 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
Today is Trans Day of Remembrance, a day to honour the memory of those who have lost their lives in acts of anti-trans violence.
29th October 2024 / 20th November 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
The new Labour government is primed to outline their first budget in 14 years tomorrow, a real opportunity for them to deliver the change they promised to the public during their general election campaign.
23rd August 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
We speak to Lance Symonds, a young green, and general election candidate about his experiences standing in North Cornwall.
12th August 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
We condemn the racist, Islamophobic and xenophobic riots taking place, and stand with all those who have been targeted, and the communities around them.
20th July 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
Hear from one of our wonderful 30 under 30 participants, Kushal, about his experience of the programme and how it has supported him on his political journey.
6th July 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
The Green Party has achieved a landmark general election result, with 4 MPs elected to Parliament: Carla Denyer in Bristol Central, Siân Berry in Brighton Pavilion, Adrian Ramsey in Waveney Valley, and Ellie Chowns in North Herefordshire.
1st July 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
With Pride month coming to an end, the Young Greens want to wish everyone a happy Pride. We continue to stand in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community and are committed to campaigning for the rights of all LGBTQ+ young people.
24th May 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
The Young Greens welcome the announcement of the General Election and the opportunity to remove the Conservatives after 14 destructive years in power.
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16th May 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
The Young Greens are celebrating a successful set of results in May’s local elections.
27th April 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
The Young Greens echo the response of Green Party Co-leader, Carla Denyer, in the need to invest in our broken health and social care system, instead of denying people’s rights to support and medical professionals.
8th March 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
We speak to Young Green Izzy Metcalf- Riener, a Lancaster university student who, after running in the Lancaster council elections last year, is now standing as the Green candidate in the Castle ward by-election.
1st March 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
Young Greens Political Education Officer Phil Davies rounds up our 2024 30 Under 30 flagship training scheme.
25th January 2024 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
Today the government announced changes to student support in England, including student loans. This will mean that the maximum living cost loans for undergraduates in England will increase by 2.5% from the 1st of August 2024. The same will also apply to the maximum disabled student allowance, given to disabled students who are pursuing full-time […]
18th December 2023 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
Each year, the 18th of December marks International Migration day. This day recognises the importance and value of migrants and immigration to society, both culturally and economically, whilst highlighting the challenges they face. The Young Greens support a system that welcomes those moving to the UK and ensures they are treated fairly and humanely, without […]
4th December 2023 / 17th December 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
UK Disability History Month exists to reflect and raise awareness of the marginalized position those with disabilities and neurodivergences hold within society. The significance of disability liberation to UK history is often understated, even forgotten about specifically in the context of the welfare state. Yet despite this, and with the “diagnosed” population at around 24%, […]
17th October 2023 / 20th November 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
Young Greens Press Officer Eleanor Meehan talks to Bishopston and Ashley Down councillor and Young Green, James Crawford. James was elected in August this year, ensuring that the Greens remain the largest party in Bristol City Council.
14th September 2023 / 20th November 2024 by Eleanor Meehan
From 30th of August to 3rd of September, the Young Greens of England and Wales, the Scottish Young Greens and Óige Ghlas (Irish Young Greens) summer camp took place in Drumshanbo, Ireland.
