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Green Party Surges, Threatens Labour in Local Elections

1/30/2026

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The Green Party, led by Zack Polanski, has gained visibility in a fragmented landscape, with polls showing a four-point rise since September 2025, placing it at 13.5%.
Support among 18- to 24-year-olds rose from 26% to 45% in a few months.
Experts warn this shift could harm Labour in upcoming local elections.
The Greens are seen as a progressive alternative with potential urban-area gains, though general-election votes remain uncertain.

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Story summary

The Green Party, led by Zack Polanski, has gained visibility in a fragmented landscape, with polls showing a four-point rise since September 2025, placing it at 13.5%.
Support among 18- to 24-year-olds rose from 26% to 45% in a few months.
Experts warn this shift could harm Labour in upcoming local elections.
The Greens are seen as a progressive alternative with potential urban-area gains, though general-election votes remain uncertain.