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Bristol Elects Carla Denyer: Green Party's First MP

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History has been made! Bristol Central chooses Carla Denyer as its first Green MP, bringing real hope and change to the city. Read more!

In a groundbreaking moment for Bristol, Carla Denyer has been elected as the city's first Green Member of Parliament. The people of Bristol Central have spoken, opting for a new era of leadership and environmental advocacy. With an impressive 24,539 votes, Denyer secured a significant victory, surpassing the incumbent Thangam Debbonaire by over 10,000 votes. This historic win marks a turning point in Bristol's political landscape, signaling a growing wave of support for the Green Party's agenda. The Green Party celebration doesn't stop there. Co-leaders Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay each clinched seats, propelling the party's presence in the Commons to four. This surge in representation showcases the rising influence and appeal of the Green Party across the UK. Denyer's win reflects a larger trend of voters embracing sustainability, climate action, and progressive policies. As Bristol revels in the election triumph, let's not forget the lead-up to this moment. From Denyer's confident stance outside the polling station to the tense exit poll predictions favoring her victory, the journey to this historic win was one filled with anticipation and excitement. Carla Denyer's path to becoming an MP is not just a personal achievement but a testament to the growing support for green politics in the UK. In a remarkable twist of fate, Carla Denyer defeated Labour's Shadow Culture Secretary, causing a significant political upset. Denyer's victory not only marks a personal milestone but also showcases the Green Party's ability to challenge traditional party strongholds. The seismic shift in Bristol Central's representation underscores the changing dynamics of British politics, with sustainability and environmental issues taking center stage.

Bristol elects Carla Denyer as its first Green MP - Green Party (Green Party)

Today, Bristol has made history. The people of Bristol Central have voted for real hope and real change, electing the city's first ever Green MP.

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Green co-leader Carla Denyer is the new MP for Bristol Central (Bristol24/7)

The Green Party co-leader received 24,539 votes, beating incumbent Thangam Debbonaire into second place by more than 10,000 votes. Tory Samuel Williams came ...

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Green party quadruples its number of Commons seats to four (The Guardian)

Co-leaders Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay each win seat as Siรขn Berry holds Brighton Pavilion.

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General Elections 2024: Green Party co-leader Carla Denyer cast ... (Sky News)

Carla Denyer, co-leader of the Green Party, posed for a photo outside a polling station in Bristol after casting her vote.

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General Election 2024: Green co-leader Carla Denyer wins Bristol ... (ITV News)

Green Co-Leader Carla Denyer has been elected to Parliament for the first time - causing Labour's Shadow Culture Secretary to lose her seat.

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Green Party's Carla Denyer forecast to win Bristol Central election (Bristol Live)

The exit poll by Ipsos UK is predicting the Green Party co-leader is to win the newly created seat ahead of Labour's Thangam Debbonaire. Labour is predicted to ...

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Green Party leader Carla Denyer votes in general election (The Independent)

Watch as Carla Denyer, co-leader of the Green Party, arrives to vote in the general election on Thursday 4 July. She was accompanied by supporters for the ...

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Greens elect second ever MP after Carla Denyer wins in Bristol ... (shropshirestar.com)

The former councillor polled 24539 votes to beat her Labour opponent by 10407 votes.

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Green Party leader Carla Denyer becomes MP for Bristol Central (BBC News)

Carla Denyer beat Labour candidate Thangam Debbonaire, who had been MP for former constituency Bristol West since 2010. Ms Denyer gained the seat with 24,539 ...

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