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Improve insulation and energy ratings of homes

Prioritise council housing stock in the budget

Guarantee support infrastructure for new developments

Warm, safe, and affordable homes

For many people in our city, housing is too expensive and in a poor state. Too many of our homes are cold, damp and overcrowded. This is political failure.

Improve insulation and energy ratings of homes Prioritise council housing stock in the budget Guarantee support infrastructure for new developments Warm, safe, and affordable homes For many people in our city, housing is too expensive and in a poor state. Too many of our homes are cold, damp and overcrowded. This is political failure.

Cleaner, Greener Newcastle

We need long-term, well-planned resurfacing and integrated connections, not endless 
patch-ups.

More green spaces to protect nature

Fix Newcastle’s roads and enforce School Streets

Introduce community repair hubs

Make waste & recycling collection easier

Cleaner, Greener Newcastle We need long-term, well-planned resurfacing and integrated connections, not endless patch-ups. More green spaces to protect nature Fix Newcastle’s roads and enforce School Streets Introduce community repair hubs Make waste & recycling collection easier

Aspire to Real Living Wage
Support unpaid carers
Design for residents with disabilities
Invest beyond the city centre

A Healthier, Fairer City

When you design around the people who face the most barriers, you make things better for everyone.

Aspire to Real Living Wage Support unpaid carers Design for residents with disabilities Invest beyond the city centre A Healthier, Fairer City When you design around the people who face the most barriers, you make things better for everyone.

Introduce participatory budgeting

Show whether spending produces genuine social value or not

End the transfer of public wealth into private hands

Doing Politics Honestly

Real change for Newcastle starts here: May 7th 2026

Published and promoted by Hannah Stringer on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

Introduce participatory budgeting Show whether spending produces genuine social value or not End the transfer of public wealth into private hands Doing Politics Honestly Real change for Newcastle starts here: May 7th 2026 Published and promoted by Hannah Stringer on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

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A MANIFESTO OF HOPE FOR NEWCASTLE

A MANIFESTO OF HOPE FOR NEWCASTLE

Money that should be building a better Newcastle keeps ending up somewhere else. 

In multi-national companies’ profits. In distant landlords' pockets. In developers who build and leave.

Continued austerity over fifteen years has made that worse, stripping funding from communities while protecting wealth at the top.

Money that should be building a better Newcastle keeps ending up somewhere else. In multi-national companies’ profits. In distant landlords' pockets. In developers who build and leave. Continued austerity over fifteen years has made that worse, stripping funding from communities while protecting wealth at the top.

We are on the side of everyone who lives here, 
not big money.

That means standing with 
all communities, including those who have been marginalised, excluded or disproportionately impacted by austerity, the cost-of-living crisis and inequality. 

Your voice and your needs 
will shape our priorities.

We are on the side of everyone who lives here, not big money. That means standing with all communities, including those who have been marginalised, excluded or disproportionately impacted by austerity, the cost-of-living crisis and inequality. Your voice and your needs will shape our priorities.

An economy that works for newcastle

Council spending should build Newcastle's economy by prioritising those who are rooted here, not just passing through.

Prioritise local businesses
Apprenticeship requirements
Community involvement
Tackling poverty

An economy that works for newcastle Council spending should build Newcastle's economy by prioritising those who are rooted here, not just passing through. Prioritise local businesses Apprenticeship requirements Community involvement Tackling poverty

A Manifesto of Hope for Newcastle

For too long, money meant for our city has gone elsewhere. 15 years of austerity have hit our communities while protecting wealth at the top.

It’s time for change that benefits ALL.

Read more:
newcastleupontyne.greenparty.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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Politicians urged to prioritise Newcastle's nightlife after local elections The NE1 group wants action taken by the next council administration to protect pubs, bars and restaurants

The @nclgreenparty.bsky.social are proud to be on the side of independent venues, small businesses and strengthening the Newcastle pound by keeping more wealth circulating locally.

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On Saturday we were joined by Deputy Leader @mothinali.bsky.social for the North East launch of the Green Party’s local election campaign 🌱

Now’s the time to act - join us for an action day in your area before May 7th!

@jamiedriscoll.bsky.social

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People have loved having Green councillors in Byker, Elswick, Jesmond and Ouseburn. They want more!

It’s hard work but with street clean ups, money off district heating bills and more support for anti-poverty groups, it’s clear @nclgreenparty.bsky.social gets results for our communities!

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This is what happens if you hang out with the @nclgreenparty.bsky.social canvassing team in Walker

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We’ve had some progress on these Byker roadworks.

✔️ lights have been altered to sensors that monitor traffic flow.
✔️ traffic management site will be on site during peak periods next week.
✔️ signage is being explored to try to prevent the junction becoming blocked.

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Published and promoted by Hannah Stringer on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

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Vote Palestine is a grassroots campaign centring Palestine and rejecting genocide in the 2026 local elections - proudly backed by Newcastle Greens.

Sign the People’s Pledge: only support candidates who take a stand, uphold Palestinian rights, and oppose complicity.

#VotePalestine

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Join our Regional Campaign Launch in Newcastle! 💚

With Deputy Leader @mothinali.bsky.social, we’ll show the North East that hope can beat hate.

📍 Old Gurdwara, Tidal Close, NE4 5RJ
🕥 Saturday 18th April, 10:30am

Be part of this moment—we're leading the polls!

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Not just about Gaza: the Muslim voters turning from Labour to the Greens Campaigning in Newcastle before next month’s local elections shows the rise of the far right, the climate and cost of living are concerning voters as much as the Middle East

Not just about Gaza: the Muslim voters turning from Labour to the Greens

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Excl: Around 200 Green councillors and candidates have signed a pledge promising to “oppose austerity” in local government ahead of 7 May.

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‘People need hope’: Greens court voters in battle for north-east council seats Former Labour mayor Jamie Driscoll aims to win central Newcastle ward after defecting to the Green party

“People need hope."

Majority members are working hard to give people hope every day. We have members standing and campaigning in the local elections across Tyne and Wear, including Jamie Driscoll.

www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

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It's not renewables putting up your energy bills, it's billionaires It's not net-zero putting up your bills, it's billionaires. And neither Farage nor Starmer is willing to do a thing about it. 

Jamie Driscoll's latest article: How our energy system actually works and potential fixes. Plus the Green's latest motion on it.

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April fools... but the only joke is Labour refusing to nationalise water to protect our rivers and lower our bills

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Newcastle May 7 2026 Elections Channel • 57 followers • Find out all of the action days and activities you can take part in to help get Greens elected this May 7th in Newcastle upon Tyne! 💚🗳

New broadcast channel! 📱

Open to anyone to wants to help get Greens elected in Newcastle this May 7th 2026 💚

Join this channel for info on our activities. We need your support door-knocking and leafleting, no experience needed.

WhatsApp: whatsapp.com/channel/0029...

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South Jesmond Councillor Sarah Peters joins #BBCPoliticsNorth to discuss the upcoming Town of Culture competition - and why we need to be bolder and braver in how we fund the arts, including lessons from Ireland’s successful Basic Income for the Arts (BIA) scheme.

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The background is a gradient of a trans flag. In the middle there is a photo with a person holding up "I'm just as real as you" with a trans flag painted onto the cardboard behind the text. The foreground reads "Reflections on... Trans Day of Visibility 2026" and has a prompt to swipe (though this is more for Instagram's sake).

The imprint on the bottom states the photo is from What The Trans!?. Many thanks again for them letting us use their photos. We also have the legal imprint: Promoted by LGBTIQA+ Greens (Green Party), c/o PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ

The background is a gradient of a trans flag. In the middle there is a photo with a person holding up "I'm just as real as you" with a trans flag painted onto the cardboard behind the text. The foreground reads "Reflections on... Trans Day of Visibility 2026" and has a prompt to swipe (though this is more for Instagram's sake). The imprint on the bottom states the photo is from What The Trans!?. Many thanks again for them letting us use their photos. We also have the legal imprint: Promoted by LGBTIQA+ Greens (Green Party), c/o PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ

A trans flag gradient border, with black text on a white background. This is page one of the statement. The statement reads: "It’s the 31st March 2026. Trans Day of Visibility. In a bygone era, it was a day where our trans siblings would rejoice, because they finally have a day to be visible. For some, it’s a great day to finally come out to family members - a day to share who they are and to celebrate joy in being themselves, free from parental or societal expectations.

This year, it feels very different. Visibility, it would appear, is a double-edged sword. The same visibility that brings us joy is the same visibility that has made us a target of vitriol and hate, and the subject of political points-scoring. The same visibility that shines a light on our community and our struggles brings us news article after news article, desperately and zealously pushing the public to turn on their peers.

Trans Day of Visibility has become talked about by mainstream politicians, media outlets and institutions, and the consequence is that the day is hollowed out. Some politicians, media outlets or institutions might have good intentions, but a deeply rooted suspicion now exists within the trans community that when it comes to trans rights, it’s a matter of when, not if, the betrayal comes."

At the bottom, the imprint: Promoted by LGBTIQA+ Greens (Green Party), c/o PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

A trans flag gradient border, with black text on a white background. This is page one of the statement. The statement reads: "It’s the 31st March 2026. Trans Day of Visibility. In a bygone era, it was a day where our trans siblings would rejoice, because they finally have a day to be visible. For some, it’s a great day to finally come out to family members - a day to share who they are and to celebrate joy in being themselves, free from parental or societal expectations. This year, it feels very different. Visibility, it would appear, is a double-edged sword. The same visibility that brings us joy is the same visibility that has made us a target of vitriol and hate, and the subject of political points-scoring. The same visibility that shines a light on our community and our struggles brings us news article after news article, desperately and zealously pushing the public to turn on their peers. Trans Day of Visibility has become talked about by mainstream politicians, media outlets and institutions, and the consequence is that the day is hollowed out. Some politicians, media outlets or institutions might have good intentions, but a deeply rooted suspicion now exists within the trans community that when it comes to trans rights, it’s a matter of when, not if, the betrayal comes." At the bottom, the imprint: Promoted by LGBTIQA+ Greens (Green Party), c/o PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

A trans flag gradient border, with black text on a white background. This is page two of the statement. The statement reads: "Visibility has given us so much, but in the current political climate, it’s brought us grief. We observe Trans Day of Visibility despite the attacks that exist on our community. Some of our committee members have spent the lead-up to Trans Day of Visibility desperately trying to prevent a motion brought to Darlington District Council that seeks to use the Supreme Court ruling to justify a ban on some women entering women's spaces. Visibility was not the reason for this attack - prejudice is, though sadly visibility can mean we feel the impact of these attacks more.

As a newly elected committee, on Trans Day of Visibility, we re-affirm our commitment to trans rights. Our trans, non-binary and intersex peers massively depend on the ability for our elected politicians in Council and Parliamentary chambers to deliver for LGBTIQA+ people. Visibility itself is not liberation. We must protect our rights from erosion, and we absolutely will.

Your LGBTIQA+ Greens Committee
Kat, Melissa, Amy, Arran, Branwen, Charlie, Christyn, Em, Jamie, Kenzie, Kris, Sara, Skye & Tiffany"

At the bottom, the imprint: Promoted by LGBTIQA+ Greens (Green Party), c/o PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

A trans flag gradient border, with black text on a white background. This is page two of the statement. The statement reads: "Visibility has given us so much, but in the current political climate, it’s brought us grief. We observe Trans Day of Visibility despite the attacks that exist on our community. Some of our committee members have spent the lead-up to Trans Day of Visibility desperately trying to prevent a motion brought to Darlington District Council that seeks to use the Supreme Court ruling to justify a ban on some women entering women's spaces. Visibility was not the reason for this attack - prejudice is, though sadly visibility can mean we feel the impact of these attacks more. As a newly elected committee, on Trans Day of Visibility, we re-affirm our commitment to trans rights. Our trans, non-binary and intersex peers massively depend on the ability for our elected politicians in Council and Parliamentary chambers to deliver for LGBTIQA+ people. Visibility itself is not liberation. We must protect our rights from erosion, and we absolutely will. Your LGBTIQA+ Greens Committee Kat, Melissa, Amy, Arran, Branwen, Charlie, Christyn, Em, Jamie, Kenzie, Kris, Sara, Skye & Tiffany" At the bottom, the imprint: Promoted by LGBTIQA+ Greens (Green Party), c/o PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

On Trans Day of Visibility, our committee reflects on the day, and how this year it feels very different, in the wake of the Supreme Court ruling, among other very well documented attacks on our community.

lgbtiqa.greenparty.org.uk/2026/03/31/r...

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South Jesmond Councillor Sarah Peters on #BBCPoliticsNorth discussing antisocial behaviour, littering, taking pride in where we live, and how the Greens are already making a difference in Newcastle!

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Newcastle electronic music venues still struggling despite growth Social media posts claimed Newcastle's scene was thriving, but venues claim it is not the case.

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Good to discuss with the Green Party Deputy Leader @rachelmillward.bsky.social our work getting bills down for Byker estate homeowners. Community politics.

As Rachel says on BBC Any Questions - bills in Byker will go up unless we end our dependency on fossil fuels & shift to renewables #BBCAQ

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Co-Deputy Leader Rachel Millward with Newcastle Greens in Newcastle Central Station

Co-Deputy Leader Rachel Millward with Newcastle Greens in Newcastle Central Station

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Welcome to Newcastle, @rachelmillward.bsky.social! 👋

Our Co-Deputy Leader is making her debut on Any Questions? tonight at Ponteland High School on BBC Radio 4.

Tune in at 8PM to hear her take on the key issues being debated right now. 🎙️

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'Pretty chipper' Green Party expecting North East elections surge 'Pretty chipper' Green Party expecting North East elections surge

After seeing a membership surge and a boost in national polling, Green Party activists in the North East believe they have serious momentum ahead of a bumper set of local elections

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MEMBERS' GREEN TEA

SATURDAY 28th MARCH, 2:30 - 4:30PM
COME AND HAVE A CUPPA WITH US AND MEET FELLOW GREEN PARTY MEMBERS!

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH HALL, JESMOND, NE2 1HB

CHILDREN WELCOME! THE HALL IS ACCESSIBLE.

MEMBERS' GREEN TEA SATURDAY 28th MARCH, 2:30 - 4:30PM COME AND HAVE A CUPPA WITH US AND MEET FELLOW GREEN PARTY MEMBERS! HOLY TRINITY CHURCH HALL, JESMOND, NE2 1HB CHILDREN WELCOME! THE HALL IS ACCESSIBLE.

🗓️ Sat 28 March
⏰ 14:30–16:30
📍 Holy Trinity Church Hall, Jesmond (NE2 1HB)

Join us for a cuppa & meet fellow Green Party members 💚

New or long-time, all welcome! Chat about local elections or just come for tea & cake ☕🍰

Child-friendly & accessible

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£250k Park Win for Kids | Greens Rising
£250k Park Win for Kids | Greens Rising YouTube video by North East Green Party

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Primary school pupils wrote letters - and secured £250,000 for their park.
Grassroots change works.

Watch the full conversation now: youtu.be/Suk10gO5DXw

#Community #Newcastle #Leadership #GreensRising

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Turn Newcastle Green in 2026 Raise £35k to fund letters and leaflets reaching thousands of voters across nine wards to help elect more Green councillors in Newcastle.

🌱 The Big Newcastle Crowdfunder is here!

We’ve secured £10,500 in matched funding - so donations are DOUBLED up to that amount.

🎯 Goal: £35,000 to reach 28,000 voters.

Help fund the largest Green campaign Newcastle has ever seen!

👉 Donate: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/turn-newca...

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Q: [From the Sun] The amount of rubbish on the streets in London is “disgusting” and “feral”. What are you going to do about that?

Farage says he is going to ask all 450 branches of Reform UK to organise litter-picking days in their local communities. He says some branches have already done this, wearing Reform UK tabards. He claims he was planning to announce this later, but says he is mentioning it now in response to the question.

Q: [From the Sun] The amount of rubbish on the streets in London is “disgusting” and “feral”. What are you going to do about that? Farage says he is going to ask all 450 branches of Reform UK to organise litter-picking days in their local communities. He says some branches have already done this, wearing Reform UK tabards. He claims he was planning to announce this later, but says he is mentioning it now in response to the question.

The Byker Green team out picking litter. Newcastle Greens have been picking up litter for years!

The Byker Green team out picking litter. Newcastle Greens have been picking up litter for years!

As with all the other @greenparty.org.uk members and residents across our communities who pick up litter, we never had to be “asked” to pick litter.

We did it because it needs doing and we care.

How out of touch is @nigelfarageuk.bsky.social?

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In this clip from Greens Rising, Councillor Khaled Musharraf explains why he resigned a senior role to honour an election promise to his community.

This is about commitment over career.

Watch the full episode: youtu.be/Suk10gO5DXw

#GreensRising #Newcastle #Leadership #Community

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Greens Rising, Ep 5: I Quit My Job to Change Newcastle Politics | Khaled Musharraf
Greens Rising, Ep 5: I Quit My Job to Change Newcastle Politics | Khaled Musharraf YouTube video by North East Green Party

The latest episode of Greens Rising is live!

We speak with Khaled Musharraf, Green Councillor for Elswick and Newcastle’s first Councillor of Bangladeshi origin about why he quit his job to become a Councillor, his vision for Elswick and what really matters locally.

youtu.be/Suk10gO5DXw

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