The Green Party of England and Wales is gaining support from disaffected Labour voters over Keir Starmer’s policy on Israel, with polls indicating a potential record number of votes in the upcoming general election. In Bristol Central, a constituency where Israel’s war on Gaza is a hot-button issue, the Greens are gaining traction. With the possibility of winning a second seat in parliament, the party is also polling at around six percent nationally.
Former Labour supporters are turning to the Greens, attracted by their stance on Gaza and other social justice issues. The Green Party manifesto promises to end the illegal occupation of Palestinian land and support South Africa’s case against Israel for genocide. The party’s increased appeal is evident in various cities where Greens have made gains, with candidates like Carla Denyer in Bristol and Aasiya Bora in Leicester drawing support from diverse communities.
Sharmen Rahman’s switch from Labour to the Greens over Gaza highlights the organic movement towards the Greens among disillusioned voters. With rising support for the party across the board, the Greens are making waves in traditionally Labour strongholds, challenging the status quo and offering a fresh perspective on pressing societal issues.