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Green Party Activists Removed After Disturbing Elderly Residents

2/12/2026

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Green Party activists were removed from Dahlia House in Burnage, Greater Manchester, after alarming elderly residents.
The incident occurred last weekend ahead of the February 26 by-election, with residents unsettled by door-to-door canvassing.
Southway Housing Trust said campaigners were asked to leave due to residents' concerns.
The Green Party apologized and is investigating the matter.
Staff issued a security alert about the risk of canvassers in the facility.

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Green Party activists were removed from Dahlia House in Burnage, Greater Manchester, after alarming elderly residents.
The incident occurred last weekend ahead of the February 26 by-election, with residents unsettled by door-to-door canvassing.
Southway Housing Trust said campaigners were asked to leave due to residents' concerns.
The Green Party apologized and is investigating the matter.
Staff issued a security alert about the risk of canvassers in the facility.