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RandySF

(78,260 posts)
Fri May 5, 2023, 02:54 PM May 2023

UK ELECTION: Why have the Greens done so well in rural Tory areas?

For years the Greens have been suggesting they're on the verge of a breakthrough - this year they've really done it.

Gains have been, in some places, nothing short of spectacular.

Concerns about housing development in rural areas certainly seems to have been a driver.

The Greens have also professionalised in recent years and suggest an effective campaigning operation and councillors who are seen to get things done have played a big part, particularly in smaller communities.

When I spoke to some people planning to vote Green in Mid Suffolk, there was also genuine enthusiasm for both the party and for environmental issues in general.



https://www.bbc.com/news/live/uk-politics-65147839

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UK ELECTION: Why have the Greens done so well in rural Tory areas? (Original Post) RandySF May 2023 OP
Good job Greens! GPV May 2023 #1
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