Adrian Ramsay, co-leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, is vying for the top spot within the party. Ramsay will be running alongside fellow Green MP Ellie Chowns.
Background
- Ramsay previously held the position of co-leader with Carla Denyer in 2021. However, Denyer has decided not to seek re-election this year.
- The nomination process for leadership candidates opened on June 2nd. Members will have a chance to vote throughout August before results are announced on September 2nd.
- Party rules dictate that there can be only one leader elected at a time. If two co-leaders are chosen, they must come from different genders as per party regulations.
Current Contest
The contest is heating up ahead of the election date. The winner will take over as leader in October following a handover period with current leaders Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay.
Candidates
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Ellie Chowns:
- Has been an MP since 2019, first elected in North Somerset.
- Involved in various campaigns, including climate change activism and supporting local businesses during COVID-19 lockdowns.
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Adrian Ramsay:
- First elected as an MP in Norwich South in 2005 but lost his seat five years later due to boundary changes.
- Regained his seat at the next election but lost it again after further boundary changes.
- Currently serves as shadow spokesperson for education and children’s services within Parliament’s opposition Labour Party.
Upcoming Events
The Green Party is set to hold its annual conference from September 1st-3rd at Harrogate Convention Centre, where members will gather to discuss key issues affecting their communities.
Broader Context
Meanwhile, other parties such as Labour have also seen leadership contests taking place recently. Labour’s new leader, Keir Starmer, took office last year following his victory over Angela Rayner, who ran alongside him during her bid for deputy leader. The Liberal Democrats also saw a change at their helm when Daisy Cooper became deputy leader last month.
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