Zack Polanski
Coverage of Zack Polanski in the Nexus archive.
- Zack Polanski remade the Greens — but at the risk of a backlash
Zack Polanski remade the Greens, though this action came with the risk of a backlash. The political situation was highlighted by the controversial election of Eleanora Folan to governing council, pointing toward the party’s electoral vulnerability.
- Green's Zack Polanski claims 'climate crisis is biggest threat to Britain since World War Two' - as he appears with BBC's Chris Packham who 'fantasises' about climate denial being a crime
Green's Zack Polanski claims the climate crisis is the biggest threat to Britain since World War Two. He appears with BBC's Chris Packham, who 'fantasises' about climate denial being a crime.
- Reform UK to hold press conference after Met rules out investigating Polanski over anti-Farage message – UK politics live
Reform UK will hold a press conference after the Metropolitan Police ruled out investigating Zack Polanski over an anti-Farage message. The Met stated a crime report was transferred to Avon and Somerset police, citing the satirical nature of a T-shirt depicted in a shared image.
- Met Police will NOT take action over photo Zack Polanski shared of T-shirt 'showing Nigel Farage's execution'
The Met Police will not take action over a photo shared by Zack Polanski of a T-shirt depicting Nigel Farage's execution. The decision not to act is explicitly stated in the article title.
- Burnham to give speech on social care as Louise Casey plays down cost concerns saying many families ‘already paying’ – UK politics live
Andy Burnham is delivering a speech on social care, emphasizing the need for political consensus and common ground rather than detailing specific reforms. Louise Casey downplays concerns about costs, noting many families are already paying. Separately, Green party leader Zack Polanski admits to sharing a controversial Instagram post but refuses to apologize to Nigel Farage.
- Who is Ed Miliband really listening to?
Ed Miliband discusses what his grandfather would have said about his new job, while Andy Burnham addresses challenges in Britain's social care system. A cross-party meeting hosted by the new prime minister lacks key figures like Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey, who are absent in person or via Zoom.
- Zack Polanski will not say sorry to Farage for sharing ‘dangerous’ image
Zack Polanski, Green party leader, admitted to an 'inadvertent mistake' for sharing a social media image featuring a guillotine and a message referencing Nigel Farage but refused to apologize to Farage. The image was shared on Instagram, later removed, and described as 'dangerous' by Polanski.
- Polanski refuses to apologise over Farage guillotine image
Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, declined to apologize for a guillotine image related to Farage. He spoke at an event in Hulme where the party's Greater Manchester mayoral candidate Geraldine Coggins was launched.
- 'I've not done anything wrong': Zack Polanski refuses to apologise for posting photo of T-shirt about Nigel Farage's execution
Zack Polanski refuses to apologize for posting a photo of a T-shirt referencing Nigel Farage's execution. Polanski claims he 'has not done anything wrong' regarding the controversial T-shirt.
- Greens and Reform take a hit from the Burnham bounce
The Burnham bounce has led to a hit on the Greens and Reform, with Labour’s recovery appearing to come at the expense of Zack Polanski’s party.
- UK Green leader reported to police over Farage guillotine post
UK Green leader Zack Polanski was reported to police by Reform UK after sharing a guillotine image referencing Nigel Farage. The post was deleted, but Reform UK claims it incites murder, especially following the recent murder of Ann Widdecombe. The Met Police is investigating the matter.
- Cabinet minister rebukes Zack Polanski over Nigel Farage 'guillotine' post in wake of Ann Widdecombe murder
A cabinet minister has rebuked Zack Polanski for a social media post linking Nigel Farage to a 'guillotine' in the context of Ann Widdecombe's murder. The post and subsequent criticism highlight tensions involving political figures and public reactions to the crime.
- Reform UK reports Zack Polanski to police over social media post
Reform UK reported Zack Polanski to the police over a social media post. Polanski, the Green Party leader, was seen with the party's Zoe Garbett during the event.
- Polanski’s Greens brace for the ‘Burnham bounce’
Britain’s new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has shifted political momentum away from Zack Polanski’s Green Party, with recent polls showing Labour gaining support at the Greens’ expense. The Greens are focusing on issues like Gaza and immigration to differentiate themselves from Burnham’s policies.
- Nigel Farage calls for Zack Polanski to be arrested for posting photo of T-shirt about his execution
Nigel Farage is demanding the arrest of Zack Polanski for posting a photo of a T-shirt referencing Farage's execution. The T-shirt image sparked controversy, prompting Farage's call for legal action against Polanski.
- Police 'conducting enquiries' after Polanski shared post appearing to threaten Farage
Police are conducting enquiries after Zack Polanski shared a post that appears to threaten Nigel Farage. The content of the post has prompted an investigation.
- Green leader Zack Polanski says Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed should NOT be kicked out of Britain
Green leader Zack Polanski opposes the removal of Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed from Britain. The statement highlights a political stance against expelling Ahmed, who is associated with a grooming gang.
- Green boss Polanski says Burnham can’t ‘sit on the fence’ like Starmer
Green Party Leader Zack Polanski criticized Andy Burnham, the UK’s incoming prime minister, for not adopting Green policies and for resembling Keir Starmer. Polanski argued Burnham’s refusal to 'out-Green the Greens' risks alienating young voters, while Burnham pledged to maintain Labour’s identity and address Gaza policy concerns.
- Starmer nationalises British Steel and visits Ukraine on last full day as Labour leader – UK politics live
Starmer, the outgoing PM, nationalises British Steel and visits Ukraine on his last full day as Labour leader before Andy Burnham takes over. Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes reports suggesting Burnham's chancellor would be subservient to the City of London, warning of a Labour Party aligned with bankers.
- What impact will Andy Burnham have on Zack Polanski and the Greens?
The article examines whether Andy Burnham's leadership could influence Zack Polanski's Green Party, noting recent polling shifts between Labour and the Greens. It highlights political volatility, with Labour and the Greens swapping leads in polls this year, but concludes it is too early to determine Burnham's impact.
- Zack Polanski opposed to Greens debating ‘Zionism is Racism’ motion
Zack Polanski opposes a Greens motion linking Zionism to racism. Senior Greens figures fear debates over Israel could dominate the annual party conference.
- Brits' opinion of Green Party has tumbled since Zack Polanski became leader
Public opinion of the Green Party in Britain has declined following Zack Polanski's leadership. The article highlights a drop in perceptions since Polanski became leader.
- Houseboat owner reveals the real cost of living on a canal - after Green Party leader Zack Polanski's council tax row
A houseboat owner reveals the real cost of living on a canal following a council tax dispute involving Green Party leader Zack Polanski. The article highlights the financial challenges of canal living in the context of this political controversy.
- Greens examining how party decides policy as membership triples under Zack Polanski
The Green Party is examining its policy decision-making process as membership has tripled under Zack Polanski. Concerns exist that the in-person vote system at annual conferences may empower organized fringe activists. Senior members aim to make the party more effective and representative.
- How Keir Starmer supported Israel throughout its genocide in Gaza
The article examines UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's support for Israel during its military actions in Gaza, citing his alignment with Israel's policies and the resulting political backlash. It highlights criticism from Jeremy Corbyn and Zack Polanski, as well as a study showing former Labour voters citing Gaza-related issues as a reason for switching parties.
- The Latest: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits and will stay on until successor is chosen
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned as Labour Party leader but will remain caretaker prime minister until a successor is chosen. Andy Burnham, who recently won a parliamentary election, is the leading candidate to replace Starmer. Political figures from the Liberal Democrats and Green Party emphasized the need for systemic change in British politics.
- Fury as Zack Polanski is cleared by London Assembly sleaze probe over council tax row on grounds he wasn't acting in a 'official capacity'
Zack Polanski was cleared by the London Assembly's sleaze probe regarding a council tax dispute because he was not acting in an official capacity. The probe's decision sparked public fury.
- Farage and Corbyn are out in front on TikTok, new research shows
A study by Knox Digital reveals that insurgent politicians and rebel MPs, including Nigel Farage and Jeremy Corbyn, outperform establishment rivals on TikTok. Reform UK and Green Party content achieves high reach and engagement, with immigration and LGBT issues driving online political discourse.
- Activists identify venue for Israeli settlement-linked property event in London
Activist groups have identified the venue for 'The Great Israeli Real Estate Event' in London as Edgware United Synagogue and plan to protest there. Over 100 British MPs and Lords oppose the event, arguing it promotes illegal land sales in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. A MEE investigation linked the event to companies involved in illegal settlements.
- Sadiq Khan says he told Met Police to investigate Great Israeli Real Estate event
Sadiq Khan, London's mayor, ordered the Metropolitan Police to investigate the Great Israeli Real Estate event, which he opposes due to its promotion of companies linked to illegal Israeli settlements. The event, scheduled for Sunday in London, has drawn condemnation from Khan and legal groups urging the Met to block it under a Serious Crime Prevention Order.
- UK imam's house firebombed and suspicious device found at mosque in Bolton
An imam's house in Bolton, northern England, was firebombed, and a suspicious device containing a battery pack was found outside a local mosque. The imam, Hassan Patel, and his family escaped unharmed, but the attacks are under investigation as a targeted incident. Greater Manchester Police have not made arrests and stated the case is not currently being treated as a hate crime.
- Revealed: New details of London event promoting Israeli settlement-linked companies
A London event called The Great Israeli Real Estate Event is promoting companies linked to illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The event, scheduled for 14 June, has drawn criticism from politicians like Zack Polanski and Jeremy Corbyn. A sponsor's list includes Harey Zahav, a company advertising property in the illegal settlement of Negohot.
- Revealed: New details of London event promoting Israeli settlement-linked companies
A London event promoting Israeli settlement-linked real estate companies is under scrutiny. The Great Israeli Real Estate Event, set for 14 June, includes sponsors and exhibitors tied to construction in illegally occupied Palestinian territories, according to an investigation. UK politicians and officials are considering legal action against the event.
- UK Greens’ Jewish, anti-Israel leader backs ‘monitoring’ British-Israeli IDF soldiers
Zack Polanski, the UK Greens’ Jewish, anti-Israel leader, supports monitoring British-Israeli IDF soldiers through an open letter calling for disclosure of service in IDF and potential extra screening for travelers with Israeli documents or those arriving from Israel.
- Online commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur barred from entering the UK for public events
British authorities blocked Hasan Piker, a Turkish American online streamer, and Cenk Uygur from entering the UK for public events, citing potential risk to public good. They were scheduled to speak at SXSW London and the Oxford Union, and faced criticism for supporting Hamas.
- English Green party leader Zack Polanski tells Australian colleagues to ‘connect with anger’ to counter rightwing populism
Zack Polanski, leader of the Green party of England and Wales, advised Australian Greens to 'connect with people’s anger' and counter rightwing populism by taking on Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, similar to his party’s approach against Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. He spoke at the Victorian Greens campaign conference via video link.
- Zack Polanski’s journey from Liberal Democrat convert to Green leader
Zack Polanski, a leftwing politician, transitioned from being a Liberal Democrat to leading the Green Party. He is facing allegations of misleading the public regarding his career.
- Green leaders warn party it must listen to Reform voters’ concerns to tackle inequality
Zack Polanski and Caroline Lucas, current and former leaders of the Green Party, warn the party must address the concerns of Reform UK voters to combat inequality. They highlight the need to understand why voters impacted by the cost of living crisis were drawn to Nigel Farage's party.
- GLA considering investigation into Zack Polanski over houseboat council tax
The London Assembly is considering an investigation into Green Party leader Zack Polanski over potential council tax underpayment while living on a houseboat in east London. Polanski admitted possible non-compliance, and his party described the issue as an 'unintentional mistake' with steps taken to rectify any owed tax.
- Zack Polanski faces formal standards investigation after Green leader admitted failing to pay council tax while living on narrowboat
Zack Polanski is facing a formal standards investigation after the Green Party leader admitted to failing to pay council tax while residing on a narrowboat. The situation highlights potential financial misconduct and accountability issues within the political sphere.