Green Party Aims for Historic Wins in Upcoming Local Elections

Launching their campaign in Bristol, the Green Party focuses on addressing the housing crisis and plans to expand its presence in councils across England and Wales.

• The Green Party launched its 2024 local election campaign in Bristol, targeting a record number of council seats with a focus on the housing crisis.
• Co-leaders Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay highlighted plans to increase affordable housing, end the Right to Buy, and introduce rent controls.
• The party currently has 760 councillors and aims to make significant gains in areas like Stroud, Hastings, and Worcester.
• The Greens are also eyeing victories in the general election, hoping to increase their MP count from one to four.
• Cooperation with other parties at the local level and potential collaboration with Labour in Westminster are on the table.

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